Ground-Pine (Ajuga chamaepitys)

Ground-pine (Ajuga chamaepitys) is a low-growing, aromatic herb with yellow flowers, forming a mat of foliage. It's a groundcover for sunny to partially shaded spots.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. More sun often leads to better flowering.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers average room temperatures. Hardy and can tolerate cooler conditions outdoors.

Fertilizer

Low

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a diluted balanced fertilizer. Not a heavy feeder.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Evergreen

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · MayPeak fruit · Jul

FloweringFruiting

Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JulPeak fruit · Aug

FloweringFruiting

Synonyms

Bugula chamaepithys (L.) Scop.

Bulga chamaepitys (L.) Kuntze

Chamaepitys vulgaris Link

Teucrium chamaepitys L.

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classMagnoliopsida
orderLamiales
familyLamiaceae
genusAjuga
speciesAjuga chamaepitys

Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Non-toxic

Additional Care Tips

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Overwatering is the most common cause of problems for this plant.

Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage denser growth. Deadhead spent flower stalks to prevent self-seeding if undesirable. Light trimming can be done anytime to shape the plant or remove any leggy or damaged stems.

Easily propagated from softwood cuttings taken in spring or semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. Division of established clumps in spring or fall is also an effective method. Seeds can be sown in autumn or spring, but may not come true to type.

Repot young plants annually in spring to ensure they have adequate space to grow. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot with drainage holes.

FAQs

What are the light requirements for Ajuga chamaepitys?

Ajuga chamaepitys prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate more shade in hotter climates.

What kind of soil does Ground-pine need?

This plant thrives in well-drained soil. It is not particularly fussy about soil type but good drainage is essential.

How should I water Ajuga chamaepitys?

Water regularly, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging the soil. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.

Is Ajuga chamaepitys invasive?

While it can spread to form a dense groundcover, Ajuga chamaepitys is generally not considered aggressively invasive in most garden settings. Monitor its spread if you have concerns.

When does Ground-pine bloom?

Ajuga chamaepitys typically blooms in late spring to early summer, producing small, yellow flowers.

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. More sun often leads to better flowering.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers average room temperatures. Hardy and can tolerate cooler conditions outdoors.

Fertilizer

Low

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a diluted balanced fertilizer. Not a heavy feeder.

Additional Care Tips

FAQs