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Bugleweed
Ajuga
Description: A rapid growing ground cover with upright flowers blooming April through
May. Spread vigorously and is thus recommended for filling large areas
like banks and hillsides. It also makes a great underplanting for a
number of Hosta varieties. Grows best in partial to full shade but will
also grow in full sun if moisture is constant. Ajuga will spread
rapidly so it is best used as a ground cover on a slop or under a tree.
Do not use it as an edging for the lawn; it will easily spread into the
grass.
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| Common Name: |
Bugleweed, Bugle
Carpet, Carpet Bugleweed, Carpetweed |
| Botanical
Name: |
Ajuga |
| Type: |
Perennial |
|
Growth Rate: |
Fast |
| Soil
Preference: |
Will grow in
moist, well-drained, loamy, sandy or clay soils. Prefers a pH of
acidic to slightly alkaline. |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full shade,
partial shade, full sun (must provide moisture if planted in full sun) |
| Attributes: |
Deer resistant,
attracts birds, attracts butterflies, ground cover, naturalizing |
| Pests: |
Aphids |
| Diseases: |
Mildew, Stem Rot, Cucumber mosaic
virus |
| Good
Companion Plants: |
Astilbe,
Blue Mist Shrub,
Heartleaf Brunnera,
Coral Bells, Corydalis,
Forget-Me-Nots, Hardy
Gearnium, Hosta,
Dwarf Iris, Violas |
| Varieties: |
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Ajuga 'Black Scallop'
(reptans group)
Bugleweed
zones
|
| Description: This
attractive small-scale groundcover has glossy, near-black, scalloped leaves
and a dense habit. The deepest foliage color is achieved when plants are
sited in full sun and in cooler temperatures. From mid to late spring, short
(4-6") spikes of deep blue flowers stand upright above the low, spreading
foliage. The effect is stunning when planted en masse. 'Black
Scallop' tends to spread more slowly and stay naturally compact compared to
other kinds of Ajuga, making it suitable for use as an edging. It also fits
nicely into rock gardens and mixed container plantings. It is reported to be
resistant to powdery mildew. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
April - May |
| Foliage Color: |
Near Black |
| Height: |
3-6" |
| Spread: |
8-10" |
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Ajuga 'Burgundy Glow'
(reptans)
Bugleweed
zones 3-10
|
| Description: Tricolor
foliage borne in shades of creamy-white, rose-burgundy, and dark green. The
leaves turn a deep bronze in fall. Short spikes of blue flowers stand
upright above the low, spreading foliage in early spring. This variety tends
to spread more slowly than others. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
April - May |
| Foliage Color: |
Variegated white, green, purple |
| Height: |
6" |
| Spread: |
8-10" |
|
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Ajuga 'Catlin's Giant'
(reptans)
Bugleweed
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
6" long purple and green leaves with 8" tall blue flower spikes in early
spring. 'Catlin's Giant' tends to be a clumper until it gets established.
Will grow in the shade of large trees where grass is hard to establish. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
April - May |
| Foliage Color: |
Variegated purple & green |
| Height: |
6-10" |
| Spread: |
10-14" |
|
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Ajuga 'Chocolate Chip'
(reptans)
Bugleweed
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
This unusual variety has rich chocolate and green leaves that
are relatively small and narrow. Its small size makes it perfect for
planting between stepping stones or in wall crevices. Short spikes of blue
flowers stand above the low growing foliage in early spring. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
April-May |
| Foliage Color: |
Green/Purple |
| Height: |
4" |
| Spread: |
8-10" |
|
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Ajuga 'Gaiety'
Bugleweed
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
Glossy bronze foliage has flecks of pink and white. Spikes of blue flowers
bloom in early to mid spring. Likes protection from afternoon sun. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
April - June |
| Foliage Color: |
Bronze |
| Height: |
5-7" |
| Spread: |
12" |
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Ajuga 'Metallica Crispa'
(pyramidalis)
Bugleweed
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
A very popular
variety with deep bronze-purple foliage. The metallic appearance
develops best in full sun. Short spikes of blue flowers bloom from early to
late spring. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
April - May |
| Foliage Color: |
Deep bronze-purple |
| Height: |
6" |
| Spread: |
8-10" |
|
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Ajuga 'Pink Surprise'
(reptans)
Bugleweed
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
Produces a splendid purple-pink flower with bronze foliage. Would look
great in your butterfly garden! It is also effective under trees where
lawn has difficulty establishing |
| Bloom Color: |
Deep pink/rose |
| Bloom Time: |
April - May |
| Foliage Color: |
Bronze |
| Height: |
6" |
| Spread: |
8-14" |
|
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Ajuga 'Silver Beauty'
(reptans)
Bugleweed
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
This variegated variety has grey-green leaves with an irregular creamy-white
edge. Short spikes of blue flowers stand upright above the spreading foliage
in early and mid spring. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
April - May |
| Foliage Color: |
Variegated grey & green |
| Height: |
4" |
| Spread: |
8-10" |
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