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Bigleaf Periwinkle
The Bigleaf Periwinkle, Vinca major, is also known as Greater (rosy) Periwinkle, Big Perwinkle and Large Periwinkle. The plant is shrub-like and grows to 12″ tall with trailing ascending stems; 1-3 feet long. The leaves are dark green and bigger than that of vinca minor. It has solitary violet flowers at the end of the stem. This ornamental plant is fast growing. Cut it back hard in the spring to rid plants of discolored foliage and to enjoy new growth.
Scientific Name or Common Names: Vinca major
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Dwarf Mondo Grass
Dwarf Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon japonicus, is an ornamental grass which grows to 4″ in height and is closely related to the liriope. It is also known as Dwarf Lilyturf, Mondo Grass Dwarf and Monkey Grass.This perennial evergreen grows in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. It spreads by underground stems or tubers. This plant is widely used in rock gardens, seashore plantings, borders and groundcovers. It is intolerant of full sun.
Scientific Name or Common Names: Ophiopogon japonicus
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Halliana Japanese Honeysuckle
Japanese Honeysuckle ‘Halliana’, Lonicera japonica ‘Halliana’, is the most commonly seen Honeysuckle and is also known as Hall’s Honeysuckle. It has whitish-yellow flowers with a delightful fragrance. Hall’s Honeysuckles are a very fast growing plant to 15 to 30 feet. When used as a ground cover, they are about 2 feet tall. Capable of covering huge amounts of space in a short time, this vine makes a great ground cover on banks and slopes for erosion control. Be aware that it can be quite invasive.
Scientific Name or Common Names: Lonicera japonica ‘Halliana’
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Japanese Spurge
The Japanese Spurge plant, Pachysandra terminalis, and also known as Pachysandra, is a shrubby, evergreen ground cover which grows 8-12″ high and spreads by rhizomes to form a dense carpet of rich, dark green foliage. Oval leaves (2-4″ long) appear primarily in whorls at the stem ends. Pachysandra can be used as a lawn substitute in shaded non-traffic areas and ground cover for shade areas. Plant 6 inches apart. This perennial plant needs partial shade to full shade to prosper.
Scientific Name or Common Names: Pachysandra terminalis
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Green Carpet Japanese Spurge
Japanese Spurge ‘Green Carpet’, Pachysandra terminalis ‘Green Carpet’, is an old-time ground cover plant that grows to 6-8″ high with versatile uses. This evergreen is self-sustaining and always looks well. It is ideal for partly shaded or full shade areas. Once established, a Pachysandra planting will eliminate grass cutting and weeding. It is also very effective as a border plant along paths or driveway edgings. It can be used as a lawn substitute in shaded non-traffic areas. Plant 6 inches apart to obtain quick cover.
Scientific Name or Common Names: Pachysandra terminalis ‘Green Carpet’
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