Ajuga reptans
Ajuga reptans
Ajuga reptans
Ajuga reptans
Ajuga reptans
Ajuga reptans
Ajuga reptans
Bugle, Carpet bugle, Carpenter's herb, Creeping Bugle
Mine didn't take. It had shrivelled in the packaging, we planted it anyway but nothing came of it.
sylvie, 29/09/2025
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Description
Ajuga reptans is a creeping perennial that spreads rapidly through stolons. This evergreen plant produces short, whorled spikes from May to July, reaching a height of up to 15 cm (6in). These spikes are composed of an abundance of labiate flowers (the corolla has two lip-shaped lobes). These flowers are blue and measure 10 to 12 mm (1in).
Also known as the Creeping Bugle, the upright stems of this Ajuga bear rosette leaves. Measuring 10 cm (4in) in length, they are slightly dentate. Its evergreen foliage adds winter interest to the garden. The leaves are purple-blue. This foliage makes the plant a magnificent groundcover. It reaches a height of 15 cm (6in) at maturity. Native to Europe, the Caucasus, and Iran, it is very hardy.
Bugle can be found in borders, rockeries, flower beds, as well as in damp areas such as along streams. It also thrives at the base of bushes, in woodland edges, and hedges. It can be invasive, but it is easily controlled. Ajuga pairs well with bellflowers, hellebores, Lamium maculatum, Japanese primroses, and heathers. Its foliage complements that of the hybrid Geranium Patricia. In the Middle Ages, Ajuga reptans atropurpurea was known for its medicinal properties treating haemorrhages and diarrhoea.
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Ajuga
reptans
Lamiaceae
Bugle, Carpet bugle, Carpenter's herb, Creeping Bugle
Ajuga barrelieri, Ajuga breviproles, Ajuga nantii, Ajuga stolonifera, Ajuga vulgaris.
Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe, West Asia
Planting and care
This easy-to-grow plant can grow partial shade. It is a species that can even be grown under dense shade. Do not place it in direct sunlight, which could burn the foliage. Plant Ajuga in any moist, normal to poor, humus-rich soil. It can be planted in autumn (September to November) or in spring (March to April). Prepare a planting hole of 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in). The top of the root ball should be covered with 3 cm (1in) of soil. Water generously to eliminate air pockets. Water regularly for a few weeks if the weather is dry to encourage plant establishment. Ajuga may be susceptible to powdery mildew.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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