Description
Ajuga reptans ‘Braunherz’
Ajuga reptans ‘Braunherz’, commonly known as **Bugleweed ‘Braunherz’**, is a low-growing, mat-forming evergreen perennial with **deep bronze-purple foliage** and **vibrant blue flowers** in spring. Ideal for **ground cover**, it suppresses weeds and thrives in **shady areas**.
Sun Requirement: Partial Shade – Shade Rate of Growth: Fast Soil Type: Moist but well-drained, Loamy Hardiness: H6 (-20C to -15C) Jan Feb MarApr MayJun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Why Choose Ajuga reptans ‘Braunherz’?
- **Excellent ground cover**Suppresses weeds in shady areas.
- **Vibrant blue flowers in spring**Provides early-season colour.
- **Bronze-purple evergreen foliage**Adds year-round interest.
- **Drought-tolerant once established**Thrives in well-drained soils.
Ajuga reptans ‘Braunherz’ – Description
Potted: Perennial
Common Name: Bugleweed ‘Braunherz’
Other Names: Ajuga ‘Braunherz’
Indoors or Outdoors: Outdoors
Size: Height 10cm, Spread 50cm
Ajuga reptans ‘Braunherz’ – Characteristics
Mature Size: Reaches up to 10cm in height and spreads up to 50cm.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Preferred Position: Thrives in partial shade to full shade.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy to -20C.
Diseases: Generally disease-resistant.
Ajuga reptans ‘Braunherz’ – Uses
Uses in Garden: Ideal for ground cover, woodland gardens, and shady borders.
Ajuga reptans ‘Braunherz’ – Planting Instructions
Sowing Time: Plant in autumn or spring.
Soil & Watering: Prefers moist but well-drained soil.
Trench Preparation: Prepare soil by removing weeds and mixing in compost.
Pruning Tips: Trim after flowering to maintain shape.
Plant at a Glance
- facing:north
- facing:east
- light requirement:partial shade
- light requirement:shade
- soil type:moist but well-drained
- soil type:loamy
- flowering:april
- flowering:may
- flower colour:blue
- leaf colour:bronze
- plant type:evergreen
- size category:10cm
- soil moisture:moist
- special conditions:tolerates shade
- garden style:woodland
