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    Ground Cover

    Allegheny Spurge

    Pachysandra procumbens

    SC NativeLow Maintenance

    🌱 Growing Conditions

    Sun RequirementsPart Shade to Shade
    Water NeedsModerate
    Soil PreferencesOrganic-rich, acidic to neutral
    Mature Size6-12 in. x slowly spreading

    🍂 Seasonal Interest

    Bloom Time & ColorSpring; fragrant
    Fall ColorSemi-evergreen
    Wildlife ValueEarly pollinators

    🏡 Landscape Notes

    Landscape UseWoodland shade groundcover

    Special Features

    Native, alternative to Japanese pachysandra

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