Ajuga Metallica Crispa Bugleweed for sale

Common Name: Bugleweed

Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' has extremely crinkled and twisted shiny, dark green to maroon leaves. 'Metallica Crispa' Bugleweed is very compact with short spikes of blue flowers in spring to early summer. Plant Ajuga 'Metallica Crispa' in a container where its unusual foliage can be fully appreciated.

A slow-growing perennial plant, Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' prefers protection from afternoon sun. It will tolerate conditions ranging from dry to wet. Bugleweed can be grown under black walnut trees and will tolerate clay soil.

Characteristics

Height in Inches at Maturity: 4
Width in Inches at Maturity: 8
Bloom Color: Blue
Bloom Time: Midspring to midsummer
Light Requirements: Prefers light to partial shade
Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Pollinator: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Zones: 3-9

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