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Ajuga reptans 'Ruffled Lace'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Ajuga reptans 'Ruffled Lace' (carpet bugleweed) bears medium blue blossoms during mid spring to early summer. The foliage is deep fuchsia and bright red in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics Ajuga reptans 'Ruffled Lace' tolerates light foot traffic, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.