Ajuga Chocolate

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(Ajuga Tenorii ‘Chocolate Chip’)

SPECIAL QUALITIES

The ultimate weed suppressing ground cover of luxuriant foliage & masses of spring flowers. Chocolate Chip forms a dense mat of chocolate leaves that quickly colonise the ground.

FLOWERS

The densely produced pagoda-like spikes of deep blue flowers cover the plants in mid spring.

POSITION & USES

Excellent for a shady, moist spot, or in full sun given adequate watering. Great as a border plant or massed as a weed suppressing ground cover that will tolerate limited foot traffic.

CULTIVATION

Easily grown in a wide range of soils. Its only demand is some summer watering. Trim back in late winter if needed.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and PowerFeed will keep it looking its best.

WATER RATING
  • Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
  • Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
  • Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes
Plants Needed per Square Metre 10
Habit A densely foliaged, mat forming, prostrate perennial that is more restrained than standard Ajugas.
Position Part to Full Sun, Moderate Frost
Height 15CM
Width 50CM

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