Ajuga reptans
Bugle
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Bugle (Ajuga reptans) - Description
A. reptans are spread quickly, making a mat of dark green leaves. Each oval leaf is 2 to 3 inches wide in full sun and up to 4 inches wide in part shade. They bear blue flowers in 6 inch spikes which appear in spring and early summer. They are subject to root rot and fungal diseases where drainage or air circulation is poor.
Bugle (Ajuga reptans) - Blooming
Carpet Bugles flower from spring to early summer.
Bugle (Ajuga reptans) - Growth
Carpet Bugle spreads quickly with runners. Most species in this genus are ground covers. Ajuga genevensis is an ideal rock garden plant.
Bugle (Ajuga reptans) - Planting
Plant 1' apart in the spring or early fall.
Bugle (Ajuga reptans) - Pest
Carpet Bugles are susceptible to root rot and fungal diseases if the soil drainage is not adequate.
Bugle (Ajuga reptans) - Soil and irrigation
Provide consistently and evenly moist soil.
