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Mahogany Ajuga
Mahogany Ajuga
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SKU: AJU MAH PIN-1
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Semi-evergreen |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun, Partial |
| Soil Condition | Dry, Well Drained |
| Bloom Season | Spring, Summer |
| Bloom Color | Blue |
| Mature Height | 0 - 1ft |
| Growth Rate | Fast-Growing |
| Planting Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
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Description
Ajuga reptans βMahoganyβ (Mahogany Bugleweed)
Mahogany Bugleweed is a striking, fastβspreading groundcover that solves the problem of bare, shaded areas where color and texture are often lacking. Its deep mahogany foliage appears almost black, creating dramatic contrast in lowβlight spaces. Blue flower spikes rise above the leaves from late spring into early summer, adding seasonal interest. This semiβevergreen to evergreen variety thrives in poor soils, deep shade, and lowβmaintenance landscapes.
Key Features
β’ Blue flower spikes from late spring to early summer
β’ Deep mahogany foliage for bold contrast
β’ Thrives in shade and lowβlight areas
β’ Drought tolerant once established
β’ Petβfriendly and safe for garden spaces
Common Questions
β’ What problem does Mahogany Bugleweed solve?
It fills shaded, lowβquality soil areas with rich color and dependable coverage.
β’ Is it good for deep shade?
Yes. It performs exceptionally well in deep shade and limitedβsun locations.
β’ Does it stay evergreen?
Semiβevergreen to evergreen depending on climate.
β’ Is it drought tolerant?
Yes, after the first year of establishment.
β’ Is it safe for pets?
Yes. It is considered petβfriendly.
Plant Characteristics
β’ Height: Low, matβforming
β’ Spread: 12β24+ inches
β’ Foliage: Deep mahogany to nearly black
β’ Flowers: Blue spikes
β’ Habit: Spreading perennial groundcover
Planting & Care
β’ Sun Exposure: Prefers shade; tolerates deep shade
β’ Soil: Thrives in poor, wellβdrained soils
β’ Watering: Supplemental water first year; minimal afterward
β’ Maintenance: Low; prune lightly for shape or seasonal refresh
Ideal Uses
β’ Rock gardens needing dark foliage contrast
β’ Borders and pathway edges
β’ Containers and shaded planters
β’ Underplanting beneath shrubs and trees
Explore more options in our Shade Groundcovers collection, including Vinca minor βBowlesβ, a vigorous evergreen companion that pairs beautifully with Mahogany Bugleweedβs deep foliage.
Order Ajuga βMahoganyβ
Revitalize shaded areas with the rich tones of Mahogany Bugleweed, available now at Greenwood Nursery. Its dramatic foliage, seasonal blooms, and lowβmaintenance nature make it a standout choice for yearβround appeal.
Shipping Information
β’ Shipped in pintβsize and quartβsize pots
Planting Instructions
How Your Plants Are Shipped & Care Instructions
To ensure a seamless transition to your garden, please follow the specific steps below based on the type of plant you ordered:
π¦ 1. Container-Grown Plants
Our container-grown plants are shipped with fully established root systems nestled in premium potting media.
- Unpack & Water Instantly: Carefully remove the protective packaging and check the soil moisture. Give the pot a thorough watering until moisture runs out the bottom drainage holes.
- Acclimation Period: Place your container plant in a sheltered, partially shaded location for 2 to 3 days to help it recover from transit before moving it to full sun.
- Planting Depth: Plant at the exact same depth it was sitting in its shipping container, gently loosening the outer roots if they are encircling the root ball.
- Moisture Control: Keep the soil consistently damp but never soggy for the first few weeks as the roots expand.
π± 2. Seedling & Liner Bare-Root Plants
Seedlings and liners are young, vibrant plants shipped without pots to make transit highly efficient.
- Immediate Attention: Unpack immediately upon arrival. If you cannot plant them right away, keep the roots moist and store them in a cool, shaded location out of the wind.
- Hydration First: Soak the roots in a bucket of water for 1 to 2 hours right before planting to wake them up.
- Planting: Spread the roots out naturally in the planting hole. Ensure the crown (where the roots meet the stem) sits right at the soil level. Water thoroughly to settle the soil around the roots.
πΎ 3. Groundcover Bare-Root Plants
Groundcover bare-root bundles (like Vinca minor or Sedum) are shipped dormant or semi-dormant, ready to take off once in the ground.
- Check Moisture: Open the bundle immediately. The packing material around the roots should be damp. If planting is delayed a day or two, lightly mist the roots to keep them from drying out.
- Soak Before Planting: Soak the root systems in water for about an hour before putting them in the ground.
- Spacing & Depth: Plant them at the same depth they were growing previously, firming the soil gently over the roots to eliminate any air pockets. Water heavily right after planting and keep the area consistently moist until established.
Shipping Information
Orders containing only hard goods generally ship right away
as the inventory allows. Those items ship year-round and generally within one
week.
When ordering plants during fall or spring shipping, we will
set your order for theΒ next available shipping week appropriate for your
location. April and May are our busiest months, and sometimes shipping delays
happen. Plants may be processed later than scheduled or the shipping department may get behind. This is not the norm, but it does sometimes happen. Please bear with us if this happens.
Our bare-root (field-grown) trees and shrubs typically arrive at the facility for shipping in November, December, and January (for fall shipping) and in February, March, April, and May (for spring shipping).
An example ofΒ month-by-month shippingΒ would be as follows, as plants are available:
January - zones 9 - 10Β
February - zones 8 - 10Β
March - zones 7 - 10
April - zones 6 - 10
May - zones 5 - 9
June - zones 3 - 8
JulyΒ - zones 3 - 7
August - zones 4 - 7
September - zones 5 - 8
October - zones 5 (some areas) - 9
November - zones 6 (some areas)Β - 10Β
December - zones 8 - 10
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