Bronze-purple foliage with blue spikes. Fills bare shade in one season.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Apr to May
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Part Sun or Part Shade or Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 4-6"
- Bloom Colors
- BluePurple
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance
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About This Name
Ajuga reptans is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Ajuga unambiguously. The genus Ajuga places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Ajuga, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Ajuga reptans will give you the most precise results.