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Ajuga reptans 'Silver Queen'

Also Known As

  • Bugleweed

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Ajuga reptans 'Silver Queen' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ajuga reptans 'Silver Queen'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga reptans 'Silver Queen'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 3.Green nad yellow leaves. Blue flowers.
Medium-blue flower spikes held 6" above tight, dusty green and white variegated foliage. Best in part shade even along the coast.

Gardening facts about Ajuga reptans 'Silver Queen' plant

How to Grow Ajuga reptans 'Silver Queen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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