Ajuga reptans 'Pink Lightning' PP22,255
Bugleweed
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9
Bubblegum-pink colored blooms above textured, mint green foliage with creamy white edges. This is a sport of A. 'Purple Torch'. Evergreen in warmer climates.
Height
4-6 in
Spread
12-15 in
Color
Pink
Interesting Notes
Introduced by Sunny Border Nurseries
Bloom Time
May-June
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grows easily. Does require some shade to prevent foliage burn during the hot summer days.
When to Divide
spring or fall
Good Companions
Hellebore (Helleborus Winter Thrillers ), (Hosta ), Yellow Corydalis (Corydalis lutea), Coral Bells (Heuchera ), False Spirea (Astilbe japonica), Chinese False Spirea (Astilbe chinensis), Hellebore (Helleborus Winter Thrillers), Plantain Lily (Hosta sieboldiana), Strawberry Foxglove (Digitalis mertonensis), Plantain Lily (Hosta ), Meadow Anemone (Anemone canadensis), False Spirea (Astilbe chinensis)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Hummingbirds |
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Containers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green & White |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
| • | Winter |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist but well-drained |
