<i>Ajuga reptans</i> ‘Pink Lightning’ | Pink Lightning Bugleweed
DESCRIPTION
Ajuga reptans 'Pink Lightning' is an eye-catching perennial ground cover known for its variegated foliage, featuring striking cream and green tones. The vibrant leaves create a colorful carpet that provides year-round interest. In late spring to early summer, it sends up short spikes of soft pink flowers that contrast beautifully with the foliage, adding an extra pop of color to borders, pathways, or containers.
Like other cultivars of Ajuga reptans, 'Pink Lightning' is native to Europe and has been cultivated for its ornamental qualities. It is grown for its aesthetic value, particularly in gardens looking to introduce a blend of texture and color to shady areas or as a decorative ground cover.
DESCRIPTION
Ajuga reptans 'Pink Lightning' is an eye-catching perennial ground cover known for its variegated foliage, featuring striking cream and green tones. The vibrant leaves create a colorful carpet that provides year-round interest. In late spring to early summer, it sends up short spikes of soft pink flowers that contrast beautifully with the foliage, adding an extra pop of color to borders, pathways, or containers.
Like other cultivars of Ajuga reptans, 'Pink Lightning' is native to Europe and has been cultivated for its ornamental qualities. It is grown for its aesthetic value, particularly in gardens looking to introduce a blend of texture and color to shady areas or as a decorative ground cover.
DESCRIPTION
Ajuga reptans 'Pink Lightning' is an eye-catching perennial ground cover known for its variegated foliage, featuring striking cream and green tones. The vibrant leaves create a colorful carpet that provides year-round interest. In late spring to early summer, it sends up short spikes of soft pink flowers that contrast beautifully with the foliage, adding an extra pop of color to borders, pathways, or containers.
Like other cultivars of Ajuga reptans, 'Pink Lightning' is native to Europe and has been cultivated for its ornamental qualities. It is grown for its aesthetic value, particularly in gardens looking to introduce a blend of texture and color to shady areas or as a decorative ground cover.
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Family: Lamiaceae
Height: 4 to 6 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Foliage color: Variegated green leaves with cream edges
Flower color: Pink-lavender spikes
Bloom time: Mid to late spring
Light requirements: Partial shade to full shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterflies
