Ajuga 'Pink Spire'

How to grow Ajuga 'Pink Spire' in NZ

Ajuga 'Pink Spire' grows best in part shade to full shade and prefers moist, free draining soil. Choose a sheltered planting site where the soil stays cool and retains moisture. Water well during establishment to help the plant settle and spread evenly. It thrives in cooler, shaded garden areas common throughout NZ and is ideal for underplanting trees, filling borders, or softening pathways with its lush, spreading foliage.

Ajuga 'Pink Spire' care tips

Ajuga 'Pink Spire' is easy to care for and requires minimal ongoing maintenance. Keep the soil lightly moist during extended dry spells to maintain strong foliage. Remove spent flower spikes after blooming and trim any stray runners to keep the ground cover tidy. Apply mulch in spring to help retain moisture. A gentle fertiliser application in early spring can enhance growth and encourage vibrant, healthy foliage.

Ajuga 'Pink Spire' size spacing and growth rate

Ajuga 'Pink Spire' grows to around ten centimetres tall and spreads up to sixty centimetres wide. Space plants twenty to thirty centimetres apart to create a consistent, dense carpet. Growth is fast in moist, shaded areas and moderate in drier or sunnier spots. Once established, it spreads easily through runners, filling gaps and creating a thick, attractive ground layer that suppresses weeds effectively.

Landscaping uses for Ajuga 'Pink Spire'

Ajuga 'Pink Spire' is ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and areas beneath shrubs or trees. Its delicate pink flower spikes bring a soft touch of colour to darker corners and pair beautifully with ferns, hostas, and other shade loving plants. Use it between stepping stones, along pathways, or as a filler in mixed garden beds. This hardy ground cover adds texture, brightness, and subtle elegance to shaded landscapes.

Why buy Ajuga 'Pink Spire' from The Plant Company?

Ajuga 'Pink Spire' from The Plant Company is grown with care to ensure vigorous spreading growth, lush foliage, and dependable performance in NZ conditions. Each plant is hand selected for health and strength. The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery and offers expert support to help your plants thrive. Choosing this variety from us guarantees top quality stock that brings lasting beauty and easy care coverage to your garden.