Zone 6 · Bugleweed
Planting Bugleweed in Zone 6
Ajuga reptans
✅ Bugleweed thrives in zone 6 (hardy 3–9)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Bugleweed outside
Last frost has passed. Plant in spring in shady, moist spots. Spreads by runners — contain with edging.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around April 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
May – June
Peak bloom
May
Sun required
part sun, shade
Mature height
6"
Spacing
12" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Bugleweed in zone 6
Plant in spring in shady, moist spots. Spreads by runners — contain with edging.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Bugleweed peaks in May. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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