Dense mat of glossy near-black scalloped leaves with short blue flower spikes

Bugleweed 'Black Scallop'

1 Gallon
$30.99
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Dense mat of glossy near-black scalloped leaves with short blue flower spikes
  • Dense mat of glossy near-black scalloped leaves with short blue flower spikes
  • Dense mat of glossy near-black scalloped leaves with short blue flower spikes
Bugleweed 'Black Scallop'
Perennial · Zones 3–9
Ajuga reptans

Bugleweed 'Black Scallop'

$30.99
Size1 Gallon
The short version

A perennial for full sun or part sun.

Bee-friendly. The bees use it.

Zones 3–9Full sun · Part sunModerate waterNot pet-safe
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Promise
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Spacing and size

12 in. apart.

Full growing guide
The story

Black leaves, blue spikes.

Shiny, scalloped leaves so dark purple they read black, in a dense mat. Short spikes of blue flowers in spring, fragrant for an ajuga.

Light

Sun for the darkest color, with steady water; part shade is fine.

Water

Keep it evenly moist.

Planting

Plant in spring or early fall at soil level.

Near-black foliage that sharpens any edge, in sun or shade.

The facts
Size3–6 in. foliage, 6–8 in. in flower; spreadingShowSpringLightFull sun, Part sunZones3–9WaterAverageGood forBee-friendly, Deer-resistantPetsNot pet-safe; keep out of reach
Full growing guide: feeding, pruning, the year, troubleshooting →
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