Catlin’s Giant Ajuga

• Height/Spread: 8–12" tall by 12–18" wide
• Habit/Form: Low, spreading
• Hardiness Zone: 4–8
• Exposure: Full shade to partial sunlight
• Soil: Moist, well drained

Ornamental value and landscape use: This tried-and-true plant is a favorite of LCbW’s landscape designers. The course, almost lettuce-like foliage layers heavily over itself in rich, deep colors of green and bronze. In the spring, the groundcover is laden in blue spikes that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Over time, the groundcover spreads to create a thick carpet-like appearance and works wonderfully as an alternative to mulch, covering dead space between surrounding shrubs and perennials. Catlin’s Giant Ajuga is deer- and rabbit-resistant and prefers moist, well-drained soil in the shade or in areas that are partially sunny. The plant is great along sidewalks and near trees.