Pachysandra procumbens

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Allegheny-spurge (Pachysandra procumbens)
Boxwood Family

Allegheny Spurge is a low-growing, rhizomatous perennial shrub native to the Southeastern US. It forms dense, slowly spreading colonies of semi-evergreen foliage, typically reaching 6–10 inches in height. Its distinctive, mottled blue-green leaves are often purple or bronze in cool seasons. In early spring, before new leaves emerge, it produces short spikes of fragrant, bottlebrush-like white to pinkish flowers. Allegheny Spurge grows in part to full shade and prefers moist soils. Though slow to establish, it is long-lived and tolerant of dry shade once mature. Avoid poorly drained or compacted soils. While not a major nectar or pollen source, it provides cover for ground-dwelling insects and small animals.

• Blooms: White/Pink, 3-4 weeks, Mar-Apr
• Leaves:Evergreen whorled leaves are toothed with silver mottling in cooler months
• Height: 6-12”
• Space:1-2’
• Soil:Moist-Average
• Exposure:Part shade-Full shade
• Fauna:Cover for small animals, some pollen and nectar for insects
• Deer Resistance:High
• Zone:5-9
• Native Status: NC native,state endangered species, rare in the Piedmont
• Provenance:Unknown, asexually produced