Brighten shaded landscapes with Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen', an exceptional evergreen groundcover prized for its rich, deep green foliage with an extra glossy finish. The highly reflective leaves create a polished appearance year-round, making this improved Japanese Spurge an outstanding choice for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, and difficult shady areas.

This slow-spreading perennial forms a dense carpet that naturally suppresses weeds and helps prevent soil erosion. In spring, small white flower spikes emerge above the foliage, adding subtle seasonal interest while the evergreen leaves continue providing structure throughout the year.

Highly adaptable and easy to grow, 'Green Sheen' thrives beneath trees, along shaded pathways, on slopes, and in mass plantings where dependable evergreen coverage is desired.

Key Features

• Beautiful glossy evergreen foliage
• Dense weed-suppressing groundcover
• Excellent for dry shade once established
• Deer resistant
• Low-maintenance perennial
• Ideal beneath trees
• Helps prevent soil erosion
• Evergreen year-round interest
• Excellent for woodland gardens
• Perfect for mass plantings

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Sheen'

Common Name: Glossy Japanese Spurge

Plant Type: Evergreen Perennial Groundcover

Foliage Color: Deep Glossy Green

Flower Color: White

Bloom Season: Spring

Mature Height: 6–10 Inches

Spread: 12–24 Inches

Growth Habit: Dense, Mat-Forming, Slow-Spreading

Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade

Water Needs: Low to Moderate

Soil Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained Soil

Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–9

Characteristics: Evergreen, Deer Resistant, Weed Suppressant, Erosion Control, Low Maintenance, Drought Tolerant Once Established

Garden Uses

Perfect for:

• Shade gardens
• Woodland gardens
• Under trees
• Foundation plantings
• Groundcover
• Borders
• Slopes
• Erosion control
• Weed suppression
• Mass plantings
• Pathway edging
• Naturalized landscapes

Planting Partners

Pairs beautifully with:

• Hosta
• Heuchera
• Ferns
• Epimedium
• Lamium
• Brunnera
• Tiarella
• Hellebores
• Carex
• Solomon's Seal

Care Tips

• Plant in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
• Prefers partial to full shade.
• Water regularly during establishment.
• Once established, tolerates dry shade conditions.
• Trim lightly in early spring to maintain a tidy appearance.
• Divide every few years if desired to expand plantings.
• Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.