Ajuga reptans |
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Bugle Flower, Carpet Bugle |
Description
This colorful ground cover will grow in shade or sun with slightly moist soil. It is an evergreen with purplish rosettes that spread quickly on purplish stems. Blue bloom spikes cover these plants in April and May, and are 6"-8" when blooming. Thisversatile ground cover can also be used in shady wildflower beds.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Englishcottage, Japanese, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showyflower
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Bedding, Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Raisedplanter, Walkways, Withrocks
Special Uses
Massplanting, Lawnsubstitute, Smallspaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing lawns with water wise alternatives, like UC Verde Buffalo grass, carex grasses or dymnondia.
