Ajuga
Ajuga
Ajuga reptans
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A very popular groundcover which spreads quickly by runners, making a low mat of dark green leaves. Spikes of blue flowers appear in late spring, and can be mowed off when bloom is complete. Many varieties are available, some with burgundy foliage, to bronze, to variegated green with yellow edges. All varieties make thick carpets of lustrous leaves. Feed in spring or late summer, and water every 7-10 days in summer.

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