Ajuga reptans 'Texas Tough'
Also Known As
- Ajuga 'New Orleans'
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-10"
- W: 24"-48"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Ajuga reptans 'Texas Tough' plant details
Ajuga reptans 'Texas Tough' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with bronze, burgundy and green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ajuga reptans 'Texas Tough'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen bronze, burgundy and green
- Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 3 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga reptans 'Texas Tough'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Ajuga reptans 'Texas Tough' plant
How to Grow Ajuga reptans 'Texas Tough'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - low
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- bronze
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- mostly sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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