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Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 5 - 25 cm (2 - 10 in)
Spread 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' (European bugleweed) bears showy, medium blue and fragrant blossoms during mid-spring to early summer. This plant is clump forming and has showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is dark fuchsia and deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and ground cover.
Special Characteristics Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' tolerates compacted soil.
Cautions The growth rate of Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' (European bugleweed) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Ajuga pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa' (European bugleweed) may be invasive.