Ajuga Black Scallop Rooted Cutting Liner

To achieve the best results with Ajuga, use a well-drained soil in partial shade with light feed (150 ppm nitrogen). Plant 1 plug per 4in pot. Watch for aphids and spider mites. Root rot diseases can also be a problem. Once established, Ajuga are very easy to care for. In a landscape environment Ajuga require little more than rain water to do well.

Ajuga are not known for their flowers.

Black Scallop is a spreading plant and will probably not require pinching. A light pinch might become necessary to shape the plant for your final needs.

Ajuga can be grown pot tight in 1801s or 4 inch pots.

While Ajuga are responsive to plant growth regulators, you usually do not need them because the plants are not prone to stretch and get tall.

Whiteflies and possibly aphids are the biggest pest problems with Ajuga.

Black Scallop are not prone to many diseases, but watch for botrytis while the days are short. This grey rot is usually associated with wet or humid conditions. You can prevent botrytis by allowing the plant to dry out between waterings, allowing for good airflow in your greenhouse, and spacing to allow the sun to penetrate to the soil level. The most common chemicals used to treat botrytis are Medallion and Banrot. Use them as a drench according to each label’s instructions.

1. We recommend planting 1 starter plant per 4 inch pot or 1801. Use a well-drained soil in your baskets and plant your starter plants deep, allowing the ellepot to be completely covered by the soil. Plant it directly in the middle of your pot.
2. Pinching is not required.