Black Scallop Ajuga

Glossy black-purple foliage forming dense, dramatic groundcover

Botanical Name- Ajuga Black Scallop

Pronunciation- uh-JOO-guh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Violet

Bloom Time- Mid spring

Companion Plants- Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (contrasting foliage color)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, small butterflies, some beneficial flies

Plant Habit- Groundcover

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP49B

Yearly Care Instructions- Trim runners if spreading too far; keep soil moist and feed lightly in spring.

Trimming Instructions- Trim back runners after flowering to control spread.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. In clay soils, ensure drainage and consider a thin layer of compost.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Crown rot, powdery mildew