Ajuga reptans 'Mahogany'

Also Known As

Mahogany Bugle Weed

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2"-8"
W: 12"-48"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Ajuga reptans 'Mahogany' plant details

Ajuga reptans 'Mahogany' is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with black, burgundy and chocolate foliage. In spring and summer flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds 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 'Mahogany'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen black, burgundy and chocolate
Mature size: 12 IN - 48 IN - wide, 2 IN - 8 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga reptans 'Mahogany'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
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

Ajuga reptans ‘Mahogany’ exhibits lush, almost black-burgundy colored leaves with stunning, bright blue flowers. Deer resistant. Thrives in any type of soil but not too dry. Bugleweed is often used as a groundcover and is also useful for erosion control. Excellent for edging and rock gardens.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

(MAHOGANY BUGLEWEED) Carpeting perennial 2-4” high that suppresses weeds, elongated round leaves emerge black burgundy in spring and mature to a nice mahogany by summer. Spikes of blue purple flowers 6-8” April May. Can be mowed or sheared after bloom to rejuvenate foliage. Average soils with good drainage, part shade (3-4 hrs sun best) – dislikes humidity & wet heavy soil. Evergreen in all but coldest range. Deer resistant and walnut tolerant. USDA Z4

By: Secret Garden Growers

Glossy, rich mahogany-colored leaves held in a flat, trailing growth pattern 3-6" tall. Bright blue flowers appear in spring. Foliage color is best in full sun along the coast.