Mountain-spurge
Pachysandra procumbens
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
6"–12" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AL, CT, FL, GA and 7 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Mountain spurge is a low-growing native groundcover that forms neat spreading colonies in shaded areas. It produces small white flower spikes in early spring and maintains attractive foliage through most of the year, making it an excellent alternative to invasive pachysandra.
In an HOA neighborhood
Mountain-spurge is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone.
- May appear sparse in winter as semi-evergreen foliage thins
Wildlife value
The spring flowers provide nectar for early-season bees and beetles when few other plants are blooming. Its native status makes it more valuable to local wildlife than non-native groundcover alternatives.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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