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Stories from the Garden: Ajuga, what does a bugle have to do it with it?
Season 1
Episode 29
Published 11 months, 2 weeks ago
Description
In this episode, Dr. A digs into one of the most widely loved—and widely grown—ground covers in the garden world: Ajuga, also known as bugleweed. Found in gardens from north to south, ajuga is a true equal opportunist, spreading across landscapes with its striking foliage and beautiful lavender to blue flower spikes.
But where did the name bugleweed come from? And what exactly is a bugleweed, anyway?
Join Dr. A as he explores the history, beauty, and quirks of this versatile and colorful plant that’s just as fun to talk about as it is to grow.
- A favorite ground cover
- Rich foliage in many colors
- Lavender-blue blooms