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Ajuga reptans Black Mary

Code / Description
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LOCATION
 
Code / Description
LOCATION
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Ajuga reptans Black Mary Bugle, Bugleweed, Blue Bugle, Carpetweed, ,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
TBA Dense, Mat Forming, Running

Description:
Compact, dense mat forming groundcover with glossy coppery, purple foliage. Spreads by runners and sprouts a sea of upright dark purple flower stems in Spring that sit approx 20cm high. Good bee attractor and great for running along the front of garden borders and under trees. Best in semi-shade, will tolerate full sun. Has a larger leaf than Ajuga reptans.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
<15cm 60cm-1m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained