| Common Name | Bugleweed |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Ajuga |
| Species | Reptans |
| Origin | Europe / Asia |
| Blooming | Foliage plant, spring flowers with blue spikes |
| Leaf Color | Green to purple-bronze depending on variety |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite, prefers consistent moisture without waterlogging
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth, reduce watering in winter dormancy
Prefers shade or partial shade, direct sun may scorch leaves in summer
Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season only
Trim back after flowering to maintain compact shape and remove spent flower spikes
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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