Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Heart' (Bugleweed)

Plant Profile

Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Heart' (also known as 'Braunherz') is a bugleweed cultivar with glossy, deep bronze-purple, scalloped leaves that form a dense mat. In spring, it produces spikes of blue flowers. The foliage color is rich and persistent.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
• Genus: Ajuga (a-JOO-guh)
• Species: reptans (REP-tanz)
• Cultivar: 'Bronze Heart' (aka 'Braunherz')

Growing Conditions

Full sun to part shade, moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 4–9.

Landscape Uses

Groundcover, edging, containers. Bronze foliage contrast.

Maintenance

Divide every few years. Remove green reversions. Good air circulation.