Ajuga x bastarda 'Sparkler'

Also Known As

Ajuga decumbens 'Sparkler'
Sparkler Bugleweed
Sparkler Variegated Japanese Ajuga

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Ajuga x bastarda 'Sparkler' plant details

Ajuga x bastarda 'Sparkler' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds 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 and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ajuga x bastarda 'Sparkler'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ajuga x bastarda 'Sparkler'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A sparkly new variegated Ajuga. 'Sparkler' has thick, dark green, shiny foliage covered in creamy-white splashes that light up the floor of a garden like nothing else. 'Sparkler' has hybrid vigour and is an awesome accent or foil in containers, as a ground-cover, or as an edging for the border. Lovely blue flowers. A hybrid between A. decumbens and A. reptans.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

A sparkly new variegated Ajuga. 'Sparkler' has thick, dark green, shiny foliage covered in creamy-white splashes that light up the floor of a garden like nothing else. Come winter, the variegated foliage takes on amazing pink tones. Warm weather with new growth brings out even more variegation. 'Sparkler' is the most vigorous, variegated Ajuga in our collection. An awesome accent or foil in containers, as a ground-cover or as an edging for the border. Lovely blue flowers.