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Ajuga reptans ‘Metallica’
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Ajuga reptans ‘Metallica’
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Ajuga reptans ‘Metallica’


Carpet Bugle

 USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.030.380


Also known as Bugleweed, this is one of the most commonly planted ground covers for shady areas. This refined selection forms a low carpet of medium-sized, glossy leaves, in an attractive bronzy-brown shade. Short spikes of deep blue flowers are an added bonus in mid to late spring. vigorous habit. Evergreen. Dislikes very dry shade. Easily increased by either moving rooted new plants at nearly any time during the growing season, or totally ripping apart an established patch into small pieces.

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Ajuga reptans ‘Metallica’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade or
  Full Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Deep Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Bronze
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Woodland
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light
Growth Rate
   Fast