Ajuga Parrot Paradise

Common Name: Bugleweed, Carpet Bugleweed

This attractive small-scale groundcover has glossy, yellow-red, scalloped leaves and a dense habit. The deepest foliage color is achieved when plants are sited in full sun and in cooler temperatures. From mid to late spring, short (4-6") spikes of deep blue flowers stand upright above the low, spreading foliage. The effect is stunning when planted en masse.

' Parrot Paradise' tends to spread more slowly and stay naturally compact compared to other kinds of Ajuga, making it suitable for use as an edging. It also fits nicely into rock gardens and mixed container plantings. It is reported to be resistant to powdery mildew.

A. reptans is an evergreen groundcover that can grow in the shade of large trees where grass is hard to establish. Unlike many perennials that are grown only for their flowers, Ajuga is prized for its attractive, colorful foliage that looks nice all year.

Height:

3.0-6.0 Inches

Spread:

8.0-10.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7,8,9,10

Flower Color:

Blue shades

Foliage Color:

Near-black shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality

Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0)

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Mid Spring

Late Spring

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies

Attracts Hummingbirds

Bee Friendly

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container

Eclectic

Rock Garden

Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant

Container

Easy To Grow

Edging

Ground Cover

Origin:

Not Native to North America