Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa'
Upright Bugleweed
Description
This plant is found in the middle of the bed in the picture within the PlantMaster system. It is a low groundcover with a very rich metallic purple color. It is a spectacular contrast plant as the picture proves.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Bronze, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border
Special Uses
Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).