Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin'

How to grow Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' in NZ

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' thrives in part shade to full shade and prefers moist, free draining soil. Plant it in a cool, sheltered location where the soil stays evenly moist without becoming waterlogged. Water regularly during establishment to encourage strong spreading growth. This variety performs well under trees, along shaded borders, and in woodland style plantings common across NZ. Add compost at planting to support healthy rooting.

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' care tips

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' is low maintenance and flourishes with minimal care. Keep the soil slightly moist during prolonged dry weather to maintain lush foliage. Remove spent flower spikes after blooming and trim wandering runners to keep the ground cover neat. Apply mulch in spring to help conserve moisture. A gentle spring feed supports vibrant foliage colour and encourages vigorous spreading through the growing season.

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' size spacing and growth rate

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' typically grows eight to ten centimetres tall and spreads up to sixty centimetres wide. Space plants twenty to thirty centimetres apart to create full, even coverage. Growth is fast in moist, shaded areas and moderate in brighter or drier spots. Once established, it spreads readily by runners, forming a thick carpet that suppresses weeds effectively and brings reliable colour to shaded garden areas.

Landscaping uses for Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin'

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' is ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and planting beneath shrubs or trees. Its bold blue flower spikes contrast beautifully with deep foliage and brighten darker corners. It works well between stepping stones, along shaded pathways, or as a filler in mixed plantings. Pair it with ferns, hostas, or other shade loving plants to create layered visual interest and lush, textured planting schemes.

Why buy Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' from The Plant Company?

Ajuga 'Blueberry Muffin' from The Plant Company is grown with care to ensure healthy growth, vigorous spreading, and reliable performance in NZ gardens. Each plant is selected for strength and quality so you can plant with confidence. The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery and provides expert advice to help your garden thrive. Choosing this variety from us guarantees top grade stock that brings lasting colour and dependable coverage.