BronzeBeauty Ajuga is a low-growing perennial with green and bronze foliage and blue flower spikes in spring. Grown in 4" pots, it spreads 2' and thrives in zones 3-9.
Ajuga Reptans 'Bronze beauty
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a variety of bugleweed that is known for its deep blue flowers and contrasting bronze-tinged leaves. It is a vigorous grower that can quickly form a dense mat of foliage, making it a good choice for groundcovers, borders, and rock gardens.
Description
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' has small, dark green leaves with a bronze flush. The leaves are arranged in a rosette pattern and form a dense mat that is approximately 2-5 inches tall and 12 inches wide. In the spring, the plant produces spikes of deep blue flowers that are approximately 8 inches tall.
Hardiness
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is hardy in USDA zones 3-9. It is tolerant of a variety of soil conditions, including moist, well-drained soil.
Care
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a low-maintenance plant. It requires regular watering during the first growing season, but it is drought-tolerant once established. Fertilize the plant once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Pests and diseases
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid climates.
Propagation
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. To divide the plant, simply dig up a section of the root system and replant it in a new location.
Uses
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of ways in the landscape. It is a good choice for:
- Groundcovers
- Borders
- Rock gardens
- Container gardens
Additional information
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a beautiful and low-maintenance plant that is a welcome addition to any garden. It is a good choice for gardeners who are looking for a plant that is easy to care for and that will add a splash of color to their landscape.
Here are some tips for growing Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty':
- Plant the plant in a location that receives full sun to part shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage.
- Water the plant regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize the plant once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth.
With proper care, Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' will thrive for many years to come.
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.
