Ajuga reptans Burgundy Glow

Common Name: Burgundy Glow Bugleweed

Description: Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow', known as Burgundy Glow Bugleweed, is a low-growing, evergreen perennial celebrated for its striking tricolored foliage. The leaves display a blend of creamy white, rose-burgundy, and dark green hues, creating a vibrant ground cover. In mid to late spring, it produces short spikes of deep blue flowers that rise above the colorful foliage, adding to its ornamental appeal. This cultivar spreads more slowly than other Ajuga varieties, making it suitable for edging, rock gardens, and mixed container plantings. It thrives in Melbourne's climate, preferring moist, well-drained soils and partial to full shade, though it can tolerate full sun with adequate moisture. Regular monitoring is recommended to manage its spreading habit and prevent unwanted encroachment into adjacent areas. 

Form:

• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 10 to 20 cm
• Width: Approximately 20 to 25 cm

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Shade
• Full Sun (with adequate moisture)

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Deep Blue

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Bee Attracting
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
• Low Maintenance
• Evergreen
• Invasive Potential: Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' can spread aggressively and may become invasive in some areas. Regular monitoring and maintenance are recommended to control its growth.

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Hosta spp.
• Ferns
• Heuchera spp. (Coral Bells)
• Astilbe spp.
• Pulmonaria spp. (Lungwort)