pachysandra
procumbens
procumbens
Care level
Easy
Unlike its Asian relatives, this native North American groundcover produces clusters of fragrant white flowers that peek out from underneath its leaves in early spring before the new foliage emerges. During winter, its thick leaves take on beautiful bronze and purple tones, creating year-round interest in shady spots.
Care & maintenance
Light
All areas of your interior that are in the shade or more than 2.5 meters away from a natural light source.
Temperature
Wide range (-13°F - 86°F)
Fertilization frequency
Low
Once per season.
Soil
Choose a General purpose mix: A versatile blend with excellent water retention and aeration. Provides balanced nutrition and suitable drainage for a wide variety of houseplants.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
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Features
Size & growth
Small
Trailing
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach up to 12 inches in height or spread.
It spreads horizontally, often along the ground.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The pachysandra procumbens can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.