Popular groundcover due to its fast growth habit and ease of care. Low growing, rosette foliage creates a dense mat. Blue-purple flowers in the spring. Often used under trees, to cover large areas to suppress weeds, or as erosion control on slopes.
Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip'
Bugleweed
Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip' - Bugleweed from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Tiny chocolate-brown leaves
- Blue flower spikes in May-June
- Perfect for small spaces
- Slow spreading groundcover
Border or Bed
Ground Cover
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Partial Sun
Spring
Moist, Well-Drained
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grows best in partial shade, however; can also be planted in sun. prefers molist soil but will tolerate even the poorest soil qualities as long as it is well drained.
Height: 4-6 in
Spread: 10-18 in
Spacing: 12 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Blue
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Ground Cover
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Trailing
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Bronze
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Ajuga
Common Name: Bugleweed
Popular groundcover due to its fast growth habit and ease of care. Low growing, rosette foliage creates a dense mat. Blue-purple flowers in the spring. Often used under trees, to cover large areas to suppress weeds, or as erosion control on slopes.