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Hardy perennial Lamiaceae

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Creeping Bugle ‘Fancy Finch’

Bugle

Creeping Bugle 'Fancy Finch': 10 cm high and 45 cm spread, semi-shade to shade exposure. Yellow flowers in June-July. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture requirements.

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Exposure
Part shade to full shade
Life cycle
Hardy perennial
Hardiness
Zone 4

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Common nameCreeping Bugle ‘Fancy Finch’
FamilyLamiaceae
GenusBugleweed
CultivarFantaisie Finch
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameBugle

Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch' (Ajuga 'Fancy Finch') brings a palette of yellow to the garden. The foliage has shades of green, red, and yellow, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-July. At maturity, expect 10 cm in height and 45 cm in width, which makes it suitable for ground cover and border planting.

To plant Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch', look for the following exposure: partial shade to shade and suitable soil (kept moist, ordinary). For Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch', regularly check the soil around the root ball: it should remain moist. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry and adjust water amounts according to rainfall; this exposure (partial shade to shade) does not eliminate the need for water. A margin corresponding to its spread of 45 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first few seasons. The indicated hardiness zone is 4, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.

In a planting of Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch', after flowering, remove dry flower stalks and limit stolons that extend beyond the intended area. Bugleweed spreads near low-growing plants; maintain separation from small clumps it might cover. For associations, consider lungworts, foamflowers, and astilbes in varieties with similar needs. The flowering (June-July) and spread of 45 cm will serve as guides for distributing other plants around this plant.

Bugle rampant Feathered Friends 'Fancy Finch'. Les fleurs ouvertes bordent les tiges fines, réparties le long des épis dressés. Des tons violets colorent les fleurs, avec des touches plus pâles sur les parties ouvertes. Des boutons fermés se trouvent près des fleurs ouvertes au bout des tiges. Des feuilles bronze et dorées bordent les fleurs, avec de la lumière sur leurs surfaces. La vue de près montre les pétales et le cœur de la fleur en détail.

Planting guide

From planting to establishment.

Best planting time Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to settle before the severe cold.
Growing method
Bugle ‘Fancy Finch’: In spring after the thaw or in early autumn, allowing time for the roots to establish before the severe cold. For Bugle ‘Fancy Finch’, regularly check the soil around the root ball: it should remain moist. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry and adjust the amount of water according to rainfall; this exposure (partial shade to shade) does not eliminate the need for water. Bugle spreads near low-growing plants; maintain separation from small clumps it could cover.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Watering

For Bugle ‘Fancy Finch’, regularly check the soil around the root ball: it must remain moist. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry out and adjust watering according to rainfall; this exposure (partial shade to shade) does not eliminate the need for water.

Soil type

Kept damp, Common

Fertilization

Fertilizer for flowering

Seasonal care

Creeping bugle 'Fancy Finch': after flowering, remove dry flower stalks and trim any stolons that extend beyond the desired area. During its flowering period (June-July), also monitor for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the plant.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

To plant Bugleweed ‘Fancy Finch’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (45 cm). The substrate must remain moist; it will dry out faster than in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bugle rampant Feathered Friends 'Fancy Finch'. Les fleurs ouvertes bordent les tiges fines, réparties le long des épis dressés. Des tons violets colorent les fleurs, avec des touches plus pâles sur les parties ouvertes. Des boutons fermés se trouvent près des fleurs ouvertes au bout des tiges. Des feuilles bronze et dorées bordent les fleurs, avec de la lumière sur leurs surfaces. La vue de près montre les pétales et le cœur de la fleur en détail.

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

4 inches (10 cm)

Width / spread

18 inches (45.5 cm)

Growth habit

Creeping

Bloom period

June-July
Bugle rampant Feathered Friends 'Fancy Finch'. Les fleurs ouvertes bordent les tiges fines, réparties le long des épis dressés. Des tons violets colorent les fleurs, avec des touches plus pâles sur les parties ouvertes. Des boutons fermés se trouvent près des fleurs ouvertes au bout des tiges. Des feuilles bronze et dorées bordent les fleurs, avec de la lumière sur leurs surfaces. La vue de près montre les pétales et le cœur de la fleur en détail.

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Associations to consider for Creeping Bugle ‘Fancy Finch’: lungworts, tiarellas, astilbes. Choose varieties that tolerate part shade to full shade and comparable moisture; allow each clump its adult space.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

Where to plant Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch'?
Provide partial to full shade and suitable soil (kept moist, Ordinary). Bugleweed spreads in the vicinity of low-growing plants; maintain separation from small clumps it could overgrow.
Where should I plant Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch'?
Expect a height of about 10 cm and a width of 45 cm at maturity. Plant approximately 45 cm apart, adjusting for the actual spread of the clumps. This size is suitable for ground cover and border planting.
When does Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch' bloom?
The indicated period is June-July. The flower palette is yellow. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Bugleweed ‘Fancy Finch’?
For Creeping Bugle 'Fancy Finch', regularly check the soil around the root ball: it should remain moist. Water at the base when the surface begins to dry and adjust waterings based on rainfall; this exposure (partial shade to shade) does not eliminate the need for water. After flowering, remove dried flower stalks and limit stolons that exceed the intended surface area.
Can one grow Bugleweed 'Fancy Finch' in a pot?
To try 'Fancy Finch' Bugleweed in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future spread (45 cm). The substrate must remain moist; it will dry out more quickly than in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.

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