Bugleweed

Beautiful flower spikes complement rich burgundy foliage and attract hummingbirds. Vigorous, spreading plants make superb ground cover for difficult situations, such as dry shade beneath trees or on slopes. Attractive in rock gardens or at garden's edge.

Companion Plants

Coral Bells

False Spirea

Hosta

Plant Details

Common name

Bugleweed
Botanical name

Ajuga reptans
Variety

Gaiety
Zone

USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

6-8" (15-20 cm)
Habit

Low-growing
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

Purple
Bloom Time

Spring
Maintenance

Remove spent blooms

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

Megan R.'s collection

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