Ajuga reptans
Common Name: Carpet bugleweed
Type: Perennial ground cover, evergreen in Victoria, may be deciduous in colder climates Family: Lamiaceae Hardiness Zone: 3-9 Sunlight: Full sun to full shade Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Any soil including clay Moisture: Even moisture, must be well-drained Plant Height x Width: 6" x 24"-36" spread Leaf: Dark green/purple, obovate, opposite pairs Flower: Dark blue, short, erect, whorled spikes Bloom Time: Spring Bloom Size: Medium Maintenance: Low maintenance Landscape use: Groundcover, container, rock garden, lawn substitute if traffic is not too heavy, woodland gardens Pest and Disease: No serious problems Native Range: Europe Planting Instructions: Spreads by stolons and will fill gaps when planted apart Propagation: Division Deer and Rabbit Tolerance: Deer and rabbit tolerant Comments: Cultivars are less aggressive than straight species A. r. 'Catlin's Giant' - large, dark bronze purple leaves A. r. 'Black Scallop' - dark burgundy black-blue flowers A. r. 'Burgundy Glow' - light purple/light green variegated foliage, spreads slowly A. r. 'Mahogany' - deep mahogany with blue flowers A. r. 'Purple Brocade' - near black in winter; deep blue flowers |