Ajuga reptans ‘Silver Queen’ – Bugleweed (3.5″ Pot)

$10.50

Ajuga reptans ‘Silver Queen’ is a dense, mat-forming evergreen perennial with rosettes of round, gray-green foliage mottled with cream. Spikes of blue flowers bloom above the foliage. Deer resistant.

Thrives in any type of soil but not too dry. Silver Queen Ajuga is often used as a groundcover and is also useful for erosion control. Excellent for edging and rock gardens.

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Bugleweed – Ajuga reptans – FAQ

 

What is bugleweed good for?

Ajuga is an excellent, year round evergreen groundcover that provides texture and color in your garden. They fill in low areas quickly, helping to smother weeds and prevent invasive growth. These tough, durable plants are also helpful in controlling erosion on a slope or bank. And on top of that, they can even be used for tree and shrub underplantings.

Is bugleweed a good ground cover?

Bugleweed makes an amazing groundcover, but be warned, is can be invasive and take over lawns and natives. Choose a location where plants struggle to grow and where a tough groundcover is needed.

Where is bugleweed native to?

Ajuga reptans, the species that is most widely grown in the US, is native to Europe and some parts of North Africa and SW Asia.

Do rabbits or deer eat bugleweed?

Ajuga gives off a odor that is strong and usually keeps rabbits and deer away.

Does bugleweed grow wild? 

In its native habitat, Ajuga grows in damp, grassy fields and woodlands.

How quickly does bugleweed spread?

Bugleweed is a slow but steady spreader. However is is an invasive grower here in the North America, so that steady growth will continue and take over other natives if you are not careful.

Do you cut back bugleweed in the fall?

Ajuga does not require pruning. The spent blooms may be cut back or mowed over, to encourage a neater look. Thinning out some of the dense clumps is a good idea every few years, to limit the risk of crown rot.

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