Ajuga genevensis

Also Known As

Blue Bugleweed

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-8"
W: 12"-20"

planting zones

3a-10b

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Ajuga genevensis plant details

Ajuga genevensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ajuga genevensis

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga genevensis

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Green fuzzy leaves; dark blue showy flowers

By: Jockey Hill Nursery

SO completely true deep gentian blue with NO SHADES OF PURPLE! We love this hard to find large spiked “Blue Bugle” - it’s just so much more showy in the garden than any other Ajuga we’ve ever seen! With larger than average flowers closely held in whorls on spikes to 16” tall & 2” across. It bloomed for us here at the nursery for most of the summer! Spreads by rhizomes to 20” across, forming a dense groundcover of glossy, deep green foliage. A nice front of bed subject, especially next to a rock wall or in a rock garden, as it does tend to appreciate good drainage, as well as a bit of compost added each year. VERY COLD HARDY! Deer often nibble this plant but don’t generally wipe it out.