Ajuga reptans 'Catlins Giant'

Common name: bugle

Description: A robust, larger-leaved form of bugle, forming a dense evergreen mat of glossy, bronze-purple leaves, considerably bigger than the species, with taller spikes of deep blue flowers in late spring.

Other benefits: dense weed-suppressing ground cover, bold large foliage, tolerant of shade

Wildlife attraction: bees

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 0.2m x 0.6m

Position: full sun or partial shade

Soil pH: neutral to acid

Moisture: moist but well-drained

Winter hardiness: fully hardy to below -15°C