Ajuga Reptans ‘Atropurpurea’
Ajuga Reptans ‘Atropurpurea’
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Ajuga Reptans ‘Atropurpurea’ is an attractive, low-growing groundcover prized for its rich, deep burgundy to bronze-purple foliage and compact, spreading habit. During the flowering season, it produces charming spikes of blue to violet-blue flowers that rise above the foliage, creating a striking contrast. Its dense growth makes it an excellent choice for garden beds, borders, rockeries, mass planting, and filling spaces beneath trees and shrubs.
Easy to grow and versatile in the landscape, Ajuga Reptans ‘Atropurpurea’ is a great choice for gardeners seeking a hardy, colourful, and low-maintenance groundcover. Its spreading habit helps cover bare areas and create a lush, finished appearance, while its attractive foliage provides long-lasting garden interest. With its combination of rich foliage colour, seasonal flowers, and reliable groundcover performance, it is a valuable addition to a wide range of garden styles.

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Mature height
15–30 cm
Mature width
60 cm–1 m; can spread wider over time
Spacing
15–30 cm apart for dense coverage
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen to semi-evergreen
Foliage
Deep bronze-purple foliage; blue to violet-blue flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late spring to early summer
Sun tolerance
Partial shade to full shade; tolerates some sun when soil is kept consistently moist
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Remove spent flower spikes and thin or divide runners when overcrowded. Keep soil moist but well-drained.
Root System
Shallow, spreading root system with runners (stolons) that root as they spread, forming a dense groundcover