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Chocolate Chip Bugleweed (#1)
Chocolate Chip Bugleweed (#1)
$18.00
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Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip'
Choose Chocolate Chip Bugleweed for a tight, dark-leaved groundcover in shaded beds where you want living mulch and spring blue flowers. The tradeoff: it spreads, so use it where edging or neighboring plants can contain it.
Buy This If
- You want a low dark groundcover.
- Your bed has some moisture.
- You can edge spreading runners.
Skip This If
- You need a plant that stays put.
- The area dries out often.
- You want height or screening.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B | The dark, small foliage and spring flowers read best up close, not from across the yard. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in at a steady pace once rooted, but it is not an instant carpet. |
| Maintenance | B | Routine edging and occasional cleanup keep it tidy because the runners will wander. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | A- | Its compact habit works well in tight shade pockets if the edges are defined. |
| Screening Value | F | This is a groundcover and will not block views or hide utilities. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for small shaded pockets, not large open sweeps. Give it a defined edge, keep it watered while rooting in, and expect some seasonal cleanup after winter.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 0.25 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 0.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8b |
| Spacing | 0.5 ft |
| Sun | Part Shade to Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Low, spreading, mat-forming groundcover |
Customers Usually Ask
Will it take over?
It spreads by runners, so plan to edge it before it moves where you do not want it.
Does it stay evergreen?
It may hold foliage in mild winters, but New England weather can leave it needing spring cleanup.
Can it grow under trees?
Yes, if the soil is not bone-dry from root competition.
Why buy for fall color
- See the actual color before you buy it
- Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
- Fall planting means roots established before winter
The Pro Growers of New England Advantage — Perennials
Perennials bring dependable color, texture, and seasonal interest to your landscape year after year. At Pro Growers of New England, our perennials are grown locally and selected for reliable performance in New England’s soil, temperature swings, and growing conditions.
We welcome customers to visit the nursery, explore our selection in person, and choose healthy, well-developed plants with confidence. When you purchase perennials from PGNE, you’re investing in locally grown varieties chosen for longevity, repeat bloom performance, and long-term garden success.
We welcome customers to visit the nursery, explore our selection in person, and choose healthy, well-developed plants with confidence. When you purchase perennials from PGNE, you’re investing in locally grown varieties chosen for longevity, repeat bloom performance, and long-term garden success.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-41021
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