Pachysandra procumbens

Allegheny Spurge

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Low-growing evergreen perennial ground cover with serrated dark green leaves. Native to North America, prized for dense shade tolerance and resilience.
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Plant Details

Common Name Allegheny Spurge
Family Buxaceae
Genus Pachysandra
Species Procumbens
Origin North America
Blooming Spring, small white flower spikes
Leaf Color Dark green with serrated margins
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loam with high organic matter content

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering frequency during dormancy in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full shade to partial shade, direct sun burns leaves quickly in summer

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release balanced fertilizer once in early spring before new growth starts.

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Pruning

Trim damaged or yellowing foliage and shape after flowering to maintain density.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Feb
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Apr
May
Jun
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
500 – 3000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
20 – 150
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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