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.
Walberton's®
Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop'
Bugleweed
PP15815
Ajuga reptans Walberton's® 'Black Scallop' - Bugleweed from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Shiny black foliage with scalloped edging
- Low growing groundcover
- Brilliant deep blue flowers from May through June
- Fast growing groundcover
Drought Tolerant
Great Foliage
Ground Cover
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Deer Resistant
Full Shade
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grows best in partial shade, however; can also be planted in sun. Prefers moist soil but will tolerate even the poorest soil qualities as long as it is well drained.
Height: 4-6 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Spacing: 8-10 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Purple
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Ground Cover
- Drought Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Full Shade
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Trailing
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Black
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
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.