Product description
Ajuga Chocolate Chip is a compact form of Bugleweed that has small, narrow, bronze-green leaves, overlaid with chocolate-brown colour during the cooler months and short spikes of showy blue flowers appear in late spring. This tough, fully hardy dwarf cultivar is often used as groundcover and is an ideal choice for small spaces that can also be walked on and mowed over. Often referred to as the Carpet Bugle, it will also spread over and around rocks and does very well under trees.
A very low maintenance plant, the Ajuga prefers moist, well-drained soil. Plant in partial or full shade as full sun may scorch the leaves. Keep the soil moist but it can also tolerate near drought conditions. It can be mowed over after flowering.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
Bugleweed
Ajuga 'Chocolate Chip'
Ajuga 'Chocolate Chip'
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Product description
Ajuga Chocolate Chip is a compact form of Bugleweed that has small, narrow, bronze-green leaves, overlaid with chocolate-brown colour during the cooler months and short spikes of showy blue flowers appear in late spring. This tough, fully hardy dwarf cultivar is often used as groundcover and is an ideal choice for small spaces that can also be walked on and mowed over. Often referred to as the Carpet Bugle, it will also spread over and around rocks and does very well under trees.
A very low maintenance plant, the Ajuga prefers moist, well-drained soil. Plant in partial or full shade as full sun may scorch the leaves. Keep the soil moist but it can also tolerate near drought conditions. It can be mowed over after flowering.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
If you don’t want the plants to spread further by self-seeding, deadhead spent blooms towards the end of summer.
How to Water
Water ajuga plants often for the first couple of weeks then gradually reduce the frequency until the plants are established. After this they only need to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Ajuga tolerates full sun, but for the best appearance, plant it in partial shade in moist, well-draining soil. Dig a hole marginally larger than the root ball and position the plant before backfilling the hole with soil and compost. Leave 30-50cm between plants to allow for growth and prevent overcrowding. Firm the soil down gently with your hands and water in well.
