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Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop'
Bugleweed
Plant Type: Perennial
This selection of Ajuga noted for the shiny deep purple (considered almost black) foliage and notable dark purple flowers held above the foliage in Spring. Leaves are recognizably scalloped. This fast growing plant forms an attractive groundcover. Foliage color stronger with increased sun exposure. Prefers moist well-drained locations but will tolerate dry soil once established.
| Size | Future Qty | Future Date |
|---|
Mature Height:
4-6 in
Mature Spread:
4-6 in
Spacing:
6 in
Zone:
4-9
Bloom Color:
Blue, Violet
Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop' Characteristics & Attributes:
Attracts Pollinators
Vigorous
Mass Planting
Great Foliage
Ground Cover
Evergreen
Rabbit Resistant
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Spring
Moist, Well-Drained
Average Water
Attributes
| • | Naturalizing |
| • | Groupings |
| • | Stepping Stones/Path Edge |
| • | Woodland Garden |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Woodland Edge |
| • | Spring Bloomer |
Foliage Color
| • | Almost Black |
| • | Purple |
Habit
| • | Creeping/Ground Cover |
| • | Compact |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |