Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop', Bugleweed Size:0.5 qt it can be cut to

it can be cut to the ground (if it doesn't die to the ground anyway) in late winter

It really wants well-drained soil or will die out with winter wetness

textural tapestry

" presumably referring to the markings on ones such as F

The white latex or milky sap exuded by Euphorbias may have been used medicinally but it is toxic and to be avoided

Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop', Bugleweed Size:0.5 qt it can be cut toDeep burgundy black dark green highly textural leaves spread beneath vertical spires of sky blue to violet in late spring. Glossy, the leaves glint in the sunlight like the riffled surface of a dark lake in winda groundcover mat forms from these spreading, dramatic leafy rosettes. Plants will thrive if shielded from hot afternoon sun and given summer water. The foliage is tough, deer resistant and tolerates some light foot traffic. Mature size: 6