Common
name: "Bugleweed"
Latin name: Ajuga reptans 'Mahogany'
Native
to: Hybrid
Zone: 3 - 9
Winter hardy: Yes
Water depth: Bog plant
Flowers: Yes, May - June
Height: 4" - 6"
Spread: 24" - 36"
Pests: Rare
Sunshine:
Pictured:
Ajuga reptans 'Mahogany'
Cultural
information: Their are about 10 varieties of Ajuga
that are suitable for use as a bog plant. Plant them in partial to
full shade in moist soils. Hot midday sun will burn the foliage.
Ajuga tolerates poor soils quite well. A vigorous spreading
groundcover that's easy to keep and divide. Ajuga is also used as
edging or borders in the perennial garden. It grows well in
containers.