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Common name: 'Burgundy Glow'
Latin name:
Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow'

Ajuga reptans Burgundy Glow
Zone: 3 - 9
Elevation to:
9000'

Growth habit:
Groundcover   
Max height:
4" - 6"
Spread: 24" - 36"

Flowers: Yes, May - June
Flower type: Small spike

Native to area: No
Available varieties: 11+
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured Perennial: Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow'
Perennial Cultivation: Ajuga reptans Burgundy glow has striking tri-colored foliage of white, green and pink. This fast growing groundcover will add a splash of color to any shady flower bed.

Plant Ajuga Burgundy Glow in partial shade in a moist area. It tolerates full shade and poor soils well. 'Burgundy Glow' may not be as vividly colored when planted in full shade. The foliage will burn if planted in all day full sun. Burgundy Glow is great for creating colorful borders or edging and an excellent choice for high altitude gardening.

Propagation:
Purchase pre-started Ajuga Burgundy Glow plants at your local Garden Center. Space transplants any where from 10" to 24" apart depending on how quickly you wish the area to fill in. Once established plants may be dug and divided. Stem cuttings can be rooted anytime during the growing season, but it is easier to just divide the plants.

Potential pests ~ diseases:
Rare.

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