As the name suggests pachysandra terminalis 39green carpet39 provides a low growing 39carpet39 of green foliage about 15cm 4063441 high that is perfect for the undercanopies of trees this ground cover plant suppresses weeds and is a neat and tidy solution for shaded areas and awkward spots in driveways etc that would look better with some greenery from early summer it has misty white flower spikes it is a good addition to a contemporary style low maintenance garden wi