Deep mahogany-black shiny leaves with a crinkled texture give rise to spikes of purple-blue flowers that cover this versatile plant from late April to May.
| Perennial | |
| Ajuga | |
| Bugleweed | |
| Zone 4 | |
| 4+ hours | |
| Clay, Moist, Sandy, Wet | |
| Plant with Hosta and Carex | |
| Combine with Dicentra and Trollius | |
| 3-6" | |
| 1-3' | |
| Spring | |
| Blue, Purple | |
| Rapid | |
| Plant-tone | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Hosta, Carex, Dicentra, Trollius |