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    Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch'

    Also Known As

    • Bugleweed

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 4"-12"
    • W: 12"-36"

    planting zones

    • 4a-10a

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    Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch' plant details

    Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with bronze and green foliage. In spring lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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 heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch'

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze and green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Light up your garden path with these stunning 12 in. pinkish lavender flower spikes that actually do resemble torches. Emerging from bronze winter foliage, which is followed by the fresh green leaves of spring, such color will brighten the darkest days. For a dramatic play of colors, place the plant under Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty' or near Clematis 'Freda'.

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    Gardening facts about Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch' plant

    How to Grow Ajuga reptans 'Purple Torch'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • bronze
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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