Ajuga 'Burgundy Glow'

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Ajuga reptans ‘Burgundy Glow’ is a popular evergreen groundcover prized for its tricolor foliage and spring blue flowers. Its variegated leaves brighten shaded areas and create strong visual contrast in borders and underplantings.

Key Characteristics and Benefits


Foliage & Color: Variegated leaves blend green, creamy white, pink, and burgundy tones, with color intensifying in cooler weather.



Flowers: Short spikes of violet-blue flowers appear in mid to late spring above the foliage.



Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading groundcover that forms a dense mat.



Season of Interest: Colorful foliage provides interest from spring through fall; semi-evergreen in colder regions.



Size: Typically reaches 4–6 in tall with a 12–18 in spread (spreads over time).



Care and Requirements


Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9



Light: Full sun to partial shade (best color in partial shade)



Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to average garden soils



Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established



Maintenance: Low; thin if needed to maintain vigor



Tolerance: Deer resistant; tolerant of shade and light foot traffic



Summary:
‘Burgundy Glow’ Ajuga is an excellent choice for groundcovers, borders, slopes, woodland gardens, and containers, offering colorful foliage, spring bloom, and reliable performance with minimal care.

Plant type

Groundcover

Height

6''

Width

12-18''

Hardiness zones

3–10

Growth rate

Moderate

Flower color

Blue

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Loamy well-drained

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Spreading

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No