where to buy bugleweed plants
If you’re searching for where to buy bugleweed plants in New Zealand, you’re in the right place. Bugleweed, known botanically as Ajuga reptans, is a versatile and striking groundcover cherished by gardeners for its lush foliage and vivid blue flower spikes. Perfect for shady borders, under trees, or as a vibrant lawn alternative, bugleweed is hardy and easy to grow, making it a popular choice for both beginner and expert gardeners. This page highlights everything you need to know about buying bugleweed plants, their uses, and related groundcovers available from our nursery.
Ajuga 'Catlins Giant'
Ajuga 'Catlins Giant' (Bugleweed Plant) is a vigorous evergreen groundcover valued for its large glossy dark green leaves and striking blue flower spikes in spring. This robust variety performs exceptionally well in New Zealand gardens and is ideal for fast ground coverage, borders, and underplanting. Its bold foliage and spreading habit make it an excellent choice for suppressing weeds while adding texture and seasonal colour to the landscape.
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Ajuga reptans
Ajuga reptans, commonly known as Bugleweed, Common Bugle, or Carpet Bugle, forms a spreading mound of dark green leaves which often take on bronze and purple tones, particularly during cooler periods. Showy spikes of blue flowers rise above the foliage from spring through summer as it grows to 20 cm in height and 80 cm in width. Ajuga reptans is commonly used as a groundcover, included in borders, or used to transform a shady area.
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