Common Name: Burgundy Glow Carpet Bugle
Bloomtime: Early Spring Late Spring Summer
Bloomcolor: Deep Blue
Exposure: Part Sun Partial Shade
Height: 6" x 18"
Spread: 30-45 cm /12-18 inches
Spacing: 30-45 cm /12-18 inches
Water: Low, once established
Hardiness: -30 to -40°F
Zone: 4
Deer Resistant: Deer, Rabbit Resistant
Characteristics: Colorful splashed foliage. Leafy spikes of blue flowers. Semi-evergreen, Also known as Bugleweed, there are many selections, used widely as groundcovers for shady gardens. This is one of the most popular, forming a spreading mound of leaves dappled in green, cream and smoky pink. Spikes of blue flowers appear in spring. Excelle, Excellent ground cover. Excellent fall and winter effect, developing rich bronze and burgundy tones. Evergreen., Especially nice in containers or tubs. May be used to cover small areas but not recommended as a large area groundcover: bronze or green-leaved selections of Ajuga are better suited for this purpose.