Ajuga reptans Bugle (Labiatae) Evergreen perennial

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Ajuga reptans
Bugle
Evergreen perennial
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The Ajuga reptans plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bugle.

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Latin Name:  Ajuga reptans
Common Name:  Bugle
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Damp grassy fields and damp woods[7, 13, 17].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a humus-rich, moisture retentive soil and partial shade[28, 31, 200]. Does well in marshy soil and in the spring meadow[24]. Grows well in dry shade[187, 190] and is fairly drought tolerant once established, though it shows distress in severe drought[190]. Plants do not always ripen their seeds in Britain, they spread freely by runners, however, and soon form an extensive patch in suitable conditions[4]. A number of forms have been selected for their ornamental value, several of them are variegated and these are used especially as ground cover plants for dry shade[187]. A purple-leaved form, 'Atropurpurea' does well in full sun so long as the soil is not dry[208]. A good bee and butterfly plant[24].

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