Ajuga Reptans Bronze Beauty is a fast-spreading perennial grown in Zones 3-9. Its foliage is a mix of green and bronze with blue flower spikes in spring! Grows in 1 gallon pots, perfect for any garden!
Ajuga Reptans 'Bronze Beauty
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a popular ground cover plant that is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to thrive in a variety of conditions. It is a member of the mint family and is native to Europe and Asia.
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' typically grows to be 2-4 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide. It has a dense, mat-forming habit of growth and glossy, bronze-colored leaves. The leaves are kidney-shaped and have a scalloped edge. In the spring, the plant produces spikes of blue flowers.
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established. Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' does not require much pruning, but it can be pruned in the spring to remove dead or damaged leaves.
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a great choice for a variety of landscaping uses. It can be planted as a ground cover, in rock gardens, or in containers. It is also a good choice for planting under trees or shrubs. Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is attractive to butterflies and bees.
Here are some tips for growing Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty':
- Choose a planting site that receives full sun to partial shade and has well-drained soil.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
- Water regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune in the spring to remove dead or damaged leaves.
With proper care, Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' can be a beautiful and rewarding addition to any garden.
Here are some interesting facts about Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty':
- The leaves of Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' contain a substance called ajugarin, which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
- Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a popular choice for use in fairy gardens.
- The flowers of Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 4-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 2-3 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Shade to Part Shade Tolerates Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 6-12 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Ajuga reptans 'Valfredda' |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
