Ajuga sciaphila

Ajuga sciaphila

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Ajuga
Species:
Ajuga sciaphila

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, small pollinators
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best with light exposure and consistent moisture at cool temperatures.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI