Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’
Blooming Time
Exposure
As its name implies, the foliage of this fine selection is black, or so deep purple that it appears black, and it is ruffled about its edges. ‘Black Scallop’ is a mutation that arose in tissue culture in the UK. Since its introduction in North America it has proven to be a strong grower, good bloomer with blue candles in spring, and due to its thick leathery leaves a bit more drought tolerant than other cultivars.
Details
Hardiness Zone:
Blossom Color:
Blue to Blue Gray
Growth Habit:
Creeping
Max Height:
6"
Texture:
Recommended Spacing:
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Special Characteristics
Features
The foliage of this fine selection is black, or so deep purple that it appears black, and it is ruffled about its edges. A strong grower, good bloomer with blue candles in spring.
Landscape Value
Carpeting, maintenance reducing ground cover for small to moderate scale. Good filler between stepping stones, good color contrast. A bit more drought tolerant than other cultivars.
Care
Watering:
'Black Scallop' Ajuga requires a fair amount of supplemental watering and often requires watering on a regular basis during the growing season.
Fertilizing:
'Black Scallop' Ajuga is a moderate feeder, benefiting from a couple of annual applications of slow release fertilizer. A spring application of a 3-1-2 ratio (such as a 15-5-10) can be applied at a rate of about 10 pounds per 1000 square feet, and during early fall, an application of a 2-1-2 ratio (such as a 10-5-10) can be applied to encourage root development and cold hardiness.
Pruning:
'Black Scallop' Ajuga is evergreen and does not require pruning. It is normally only pruned for the purpose of keeping it within bounds.