Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' - Pyramidal Bugleweed - Photo courtesy of Sean James Consulting & Design
Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' - Pyramidal Bugleweed

Pyramidal Bugleweed

Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa'

Also called Bugleweed

  • AKA Ajuga cristata, or Ajuga 'Mini Crisp Red'
  • Deeply pleated glossy leaves of dark green and burgundy
  • Royal-blue spikes of flowers
  • Slower growing than other cultivars of ajugas
  • Compact plant, good for rock gardens and for edging
  • Semi-evergreen foliage
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Blue

HEIGHT:
5-10 cm

SPREAD:
25-30 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Slow to medium spreading, ground cover growing best in a fairly moist soil. Dense foliage is good for choking out weeds. Will grow in partial to full shade, and with adequate moisture will tolerate some sun. To rejuvenate plant growth, mow (on a high setting) after blooming. Divide every two to three years to prevent centre dieback.

Characteristics & Attributes


SOIL MOISTURE:
Moist to Average
GROWTH RATE:
Medium
ATTRIBUTES:
Juglan Tolerant
FLOWERING TIME:
Spring
Lt. Spr-Sum
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)
Burgundy
LANDSCAPE USES:
Border/edging

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