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Ajuga reptans 'Binblasca' (Black Scallop)

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread 15 - 90 cm (0.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The herbaceous perennial Ajuga reptans 'Binblasca' (Black Scallop) (carpet bugleweed) bears showy and greyish violet blossoms during mid spring to early summer. This plant is mat forming and has showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is dark magenta in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover and woodland.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Ajuga reptans 'Binblasca' (Black Scallop) . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of compacted soil and light foot traffic.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Ajuga reptans 'Binblasca' (Black Scallop) (carpet bugleweed) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.