Ajuga ‘Bronze Beauty’

$49.99

Ajuga ‘Bronze Beauty’ is a low-maintenance groundcover with striking bronze foliage and blue-purple flowers, perfect for shade gardens.

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Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty'

Bronze Beauty Bugleweed, Bronze Beauty Groundcover, Bugleweed

Ajuga ‘Bronze Beauty’ is a vibrant groundcover perennial known for its striking foliage and beautiful color display throughout the seasons. As a variety of Ajuga reptans, it features deep bronze-colored leaves that become even more vibrant as the seasons progress. This rich foliage creates a dynamic contrast in shaded garden areas. In addition to its stunning leaves, Ajuga ‘Bronze Beauty’ produces spikes of small, blue-purple flowers that bloom from spring into early summer. These flowers rise above the foliage and attract essential pollinators, such as bees and butterflies. For eco-friendly and wildlife gardens, this plant is an excellent choice.

This hardy, low-maintenance plant thrives in partial to full shade. It’s perfect for shaded garden beds, woodland areas, or spots beneath trees where grass struggles to grow. As a fast-spreading groundcover, it quickly forms a dense mat. This helps to suppress weeds and fill gaps in your landscape. Whether planted along garden borders, in rock gardens, or between stepping stones, Ajuga ‘Bronze Beauty’ adds texture and visual interest. Its evergreen nature ensures that it maintains its bold color and form year-round, offering continuous appeal.

Ajuga ‘Bronze Beauty’ is ideal for areas with low sunlight or dry conditions. It is perfect for filling those tricky spots in your garden. This resilient plant is an excellent choice for creating low-maintenance, vibrant gardens. You can use it in shade gardens, woodland settings, or any landscape design where you want attractive ground cover. Ajuga ‘Bronze Beauty’ offers a versatile and reliable solution for stunning outdoor spaces all year long.

Its ability to thrive in various conditions and resist pests makes it a fantastic option for gardeners of all experience levels. Plus, its attractive foliage and flowers help boost biodiversity by supporting pollinators.

Plant NameAjuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty'
Botanical / Alternative Name(s)Bronze Beauty Bugleweed, Bronze Beauty Groundcover, Bugleweed
Plant TypePerennials, Groundcovers
Hardiness Zone(s)3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Season of InterestSpring, Summer, Fall
Plant Height6" – 12" (in)
Plant Spread12" – 18" (in)
Spacing6" - 12" (in)
Water NeedsAverage
Maintenance LevelLow
Soil TypeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil PHAcid, Neutral
Soil DrainageMoist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Bloom ColorPurple
Foliage ColorBronze
CharacteristicsEvergreen, Fragrant, Great Foliage, Semi-Evergreen, Showy, Variegated, Flowering
TolerancesClay Soil, Cold, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Frost, Rabbit, Rocky Soil
AttractsBees, Butterflies, Pollinators
Garden UsesBeds and Borders, Ground Covers, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs, Wall-Side Borders

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