Ajuga (Bugleweed)
Rapid growing and easy to maintain. Grows well under trees where other plants may have difficulty. Blue flowers bloom on short spikes in early spring.
| Growing Temperature: | 64-68° F days, 55-60° F nights |
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| Soil pH: | 6.0-6.5 |
| Fertility: | Ajuga are light feeders. Can use controlled-release fertilizer |
| Pests and Diseases: | Aphids and Whiteflies are primary pests.
Watch for Root and Stem rots. |
| Potting and Timing: | Plant in well-drained soilless media.
Drench with a broad spectrum fungicide at time of planting. |
| Moisture: | Moist, well-drained soil |
| Planting Level: | Plant plug even with the soil surface. |
| PGRs/Pinching: | Naturally compact growth habits and will usually not require height control |
| Lighting: |
