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Herbaceous Perennial

Ajuga reptans f. albiflora
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white-flowered bugle

Evergreen perennial spreading by rooting stems (stolons). Grows to 15cm in height, forming a wide mat of dark green oval-shaped leaves, with erect spikes of white flowers in late spring and early summer

Synonyms
Ajuga reptans var. albiflora
Ajuga reptans alba
see moreAjuga reptans floribus-albis hort.
Ajuga reptans var. alba
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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, Poorly–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring White Green
Summer Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade
Aspect

North–facing or East–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Lamiaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
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

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in any moist soil, best in full or partial shade but tolerant of part day sun if soil remains moist

Propagation

Propagate by division, separating rooted stems

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildflower meadow
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Banks and slopes
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Ground cover
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to Powdery mildews

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