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Ajuga

Ground cover

Ajuga reptans

Overview
Known as bugleweed, this fast-spreading perennial creates stunning foliage carpets in bronze, purple, or variegated patterns topped with spikes of blue flowers in late spring. This European native thrives in shade and quickly fills in bare spots with its colorful rosettes of leaves. The dramatic flower spikes attract bees and butterflies, making it both beautiful and beneficial for pollinators.
Planting
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. More commonly propagated by division in spring or fall.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 14-28.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Slugs, snails in moist conditions. Common diseases: Crown rot, leaf spot in humid conditions.