Carpet Bugleweed

Striking variegated foliage complements vibrant flowers that attract hummingbirds. Beautiful in rock gardens, at garden's edge, or planted with hostas or other perennials. Vigorous plants are an excellent ground cover beneath trees or shrubs. Grows best in light shade and moist soil.

Companion Plants

Coral Bells

Daylily

East Indian Holly Fern

Plant Details

Common name

Carpet Bugleweed
Botanical name

Ajuga reptans
Variety

Rainbow
Zone

USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

10" (25 cm)
Habit

Ground cover
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Time

Spring-summer
Maintenance

Divide every 3 to 5 years

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

April S.'s collection
Earl E.'s collection

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