White Flower Farm
Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop'
Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop', also known as Bugleweed, offers a striking visual appeal with its unusually large, nearly black, scalloped foliage. This vigorous perennial spreads readily via runners, creating a dense, weed-suppressing ground cover. In late spring, it graces the garden with attractive spikes of blue flowers. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this deer-resistant variety is also suitable for container planting, adding seasonal evergreen interest to any landscape. Plant with care near less assertive species due to its spreading habit.
$13.60
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
3023
/ 3268
#3023 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-51%
Below average
Lifespan
Perennial
/ Perennial
Who it's for
- Exceptional Dark Foliage
- Effective Shade Groundcover
- Low Maintenance and Hardy
Who should skip it
- Aggressive Spreading Habit
- Susceptible to Crown Rot
- Requires Specific Light Conditions
Key Specs
Lifespan
Perennial
Mature Height
6 inches
Mature Spread
18 inches
USDA Hardiness Zones
4 to 9
Foliage Color
Black
Flower Color
Blue
Recommended Spacing
12 inches
Soil Drainage Requirement
Well-drained
Features
- Forms dense, weed-suppressing ground cover
- Features large, nearly black foliage
- Produces attractive blue flowers
- Highly resistant to deer damage
- Vigorous spreading habit
- Suitable for containers
- Offers seasonal evergreen interest
What customers say
Gardeners highly value the Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop' for its exceptional aesthetic quality, specifically its stunning, near-black foliage that offers rich contrast in shaded areas. Its hardiness and vigorous spreading habit are major strengths, quickly covering bare ground while resisting pests and deer. The long-term performance and low maintenance solidify its status as a worthwhile groundcover choice. A minor concern noted by some buyers relates to the initial size of the starter plants received relative to the premium price point. Despite this initial disappointment, the plant's eventual robust growth and unique visual impact earn overwhelmingly positive reviews.
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