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Herbaceous Perennial

Ajuga reptans 'Catlin's Giant'
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bugle 'Catlin's Giant'

A creeping, evergreen perennial forming a mat of large, glossy dark bronze-purple leaves to 15cm long, and erect spikes of blue flowers, about 20-30cm in height, produced in late spring and summer

Synonyms
Ajuga reptans 'Macrophylla'
Ajuga 'Catlins Giant'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Blue Bronze Purple
Summer Blue Bronze Purple
Autumn Bronze Purple
Winter Bronze Purple
Position
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade
Aspect

North–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Lamiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Matforming
Genus

Ajuga are mostly spreading, rhizomatous perennials with attractive evergreen foliage, rarely annuals, with whorled two-lipped flowers forming short spikes

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Will tolerate any soil so long as there is some moisture, best in full or partial shade to prevent foliage scorching, but can also tolerate a light sunny spot as long as the soil remains moist

Propagation

Propagate by division, separating rooted stems

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Patio and container plants
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Ground cover
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews

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