Product Description
Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip' (3.5-inch pot)
Common Name: 'Chocolate Chip' Bugleweed
- Height: 2 Inches
- Spread: 6-8 Inches
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Sun to Shade
- Part Shade is preferred in Hot Summer Zones
- Evergreen to Semi-evergreen
- Small and elongated, bronze-maroon and green foliage
- Blue flower spikes - Spring
- Foliage color reduced in heavy shade
- Good Ajuga for small areas
- More clumping - slow to spread
Chocolate Chip Ajuga has small, glossy, bronze-maroon and green foliage. It is compact growing to just 2" high and performs more like a clumper spreading less by stolons with a slower growth habit than other reptans. Chocolate Chip Ajuga is suitable for small areas and at the edges of pathways and borders. Lilac-blue, 2" tall flower spikes shoot up putting on a brilliant show in Spring. Plants can be mowed on high to remove spent flowers. Ajuga thrives in humus soil and will grow fine in average, well-drained soil. Will tolerate occasional dry soil but prefers regular watering. Plant in areas with good air circulation in hot, humid climates to prevent crown rot. Good for small areas as ground cover, edging, borders, pathways and rock gardens. Mature height 2", spread 6"-8".
Plant Ajuga in spring or fall. Choose a location that receives full sun to partial shade. Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Water Ajuga regularly, especially during the first few weeks after planting. Once established, the plant can tolerate some drought. Fertilize Ajuga once a year in spring with a slow-release balanced fertilizer. Ajuga does not require much pruning. You can remove any dead or damaged leaves as needed.
Hardy in USDA zones 3/4-9. In colder climates, the plant may need to be protected from frost with a layer of mulch.
With proper care, Ajuga will thrive for many years. It is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add a touch of elegance to any garden.
Ajuga can be propagated by division. To divide the plant, carefully dig it up and separate the rhizomes. Replant the rhizomes in separate containers or in the ground. Ajuga is not susceptible to many pests or diseases. However, it can be susceptible to leaf spot. If you see signs of leaf spot, remove the affected leaves and treat the plant with a fungicide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
Product Videos
Custom Field
Product Reviews
4 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews
-
Home delivery
Plants were in good condition and arrive on time.
-
Beautiful and bushy
My plants arrived in great shape. They were full pots and not scraggly plants. The packaging was designed to keep them in good condition for transit in a hot Missouri summer. Would definitely buy again.
-
Absolutely wonderful and very healthy
I couldn't have asked for anything better they arrived in fantastic condition however I would have preferred for them to have come by Federal Express rather than U. P. S. As they come very late and don't bother to ring the bell or anything - just drop them on the porch.
-
I'm glad I bought these.
Using these chocolate chip ajuga to control erosion under my deck in full shade. Came in great condition and still damp in the soil. The flowers, which had to be pressed down to fit in the shipping box, have come back up nicely. I really like the color. Looking forward to them spreading out.
