Bugle. Creeping semi-evergreen with shiny purple leaves and spike-like purple-blue flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 80cm. Flowers April to August. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ajuga reptans ‘Purple Torch’
Creeping semi-evergreen with shiny purple leaves and spike-like purple-blue flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Ajuga |
|---|---|
| Species | reptans |
| Varietry | 'Purple Torch' |
| Common Name | Bugle |
| Flower Colour | purple, blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 80cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | purple |
| Flowers From | April, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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