Ajuga reptans 'Silver Carpet'

Also Known As

Bugleweed

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Ajuga reptans 'Silver Carpet' plant details

Ajuga reptans 'Silver Carpet' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In fall and 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 'Silver Carpet'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga reptans 'Silver Carpet'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An evergreen, perennial ground cover. Bears short, whorled spikes of broadly lipped, soft blue, tubular flowers in Spring and Autumn. Silver Carpet has proved to be one of the most Sun tolerant Ajugas, but some shade is still recommended if exposed to hot drying winds. Quick growing it makes a delightful carpet amongst other plants, being too low to smother anything.