Ajuga reptans 'Multicolor'
Also Known As
- Ajuga reptans 'Rainbow'
- Bugleweed
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 4"-8"
- W: 12"-36"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Ajuga reptans 'Multicolor' plant details
Ajuga reptans 'Multicolor' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with black, bronze, green, variegated and white foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 'Multicolor'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen black, bronze, green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga reptans 'Multicolor'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Ajuga reptans 'Multicolor' plant
How to Grow Ajuga reptans 'Multicolor'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- bronze
- green
- black
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 12"-36"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-36"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 12"-36"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 18"-36"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-36"
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