Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip'
Bugleweed
Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip'
BugleweedSmall, narrow, chocolate colored leaves form a low growing, weed-suppressing mat. Deepest coloration is produced in higher light levels. Can be used in place of turf in shady spots; tolerates light foot traffic. Bright violet blue flower spikes appear in spring, drawing in bees and other pollinators.
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 3-4"
- Spread: 6-18"
- Exposure: Full Shade, Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Spring
- Foliage Color: Green Shades, Purple Shades
- Flower Color: Violet Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Not native to North America
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: Yes
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 3-4"
- Spread: 6-18"
- Exposure: Full Shade, Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Spring
- Foliage Color: Green Shades, Purple Shades
- Flower Color: Violet Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Not native to North America
- Bee-friendly: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
- Groundcover: Yes
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Grower Information
- PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
- Optimal Planting Time: Spring
- Retail Sales Window: Fall, Spring, Summer
- Moisture in Production: Average
- Requires Shade in Production: Yes
- Vernalization Required for Bloom: Yes
- Vernalization Beneficial: No