ajuga

[US]/əˈdʒuːɡə/
[UK]/əˈdʒuːɡə/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a genus of flowering plants in the mint family, typically with spikes of blue flowers
Word Forms
Pluralajugas

Phrases & Collocations

ajuga ground cover

ajuga spreading

ajuga growing

ajuga plant

ajuga flowers

ajuga leaves

ajuga shade

ajugas planted

ajuga creeping

ajuga foliage

Example Sentences

ajuga is a low-growing perennial plant often used as ground cover.

gardeners appreciate ajuga reptans for its ability to suppress weeds effectively.

you should plant ajuga plugs in moist soil during the spring season.

blue flower spikes make ajuga a decorative addition to any border.

this ajuga cultivar features striking bronze-purple foliage that lasts all year.

it is important to thin out ajuga plants to prevent crown rot.

ajuga grows well in shady areas where grass struggles to survive.

some varieties of ajuga spread rapidly via underground runners called stolons.

herbalists have historically used ajuga to treat various minor ailments.

the dense mat formed by ajuga helps retain soil moisture.

avoid planting ajuga near lawns unless you want it to invade.

ajuga pairs beautifully with hostas and ferns in a woodland garden.

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