Description
The Ajuga ‘Feathered Friends Cordial Canary’ is a vibrant addition to the ‘Feathered Friends’ series, celebrated for its striking golden-yellow foliage. This variety stands out with its bright and cheerful leaf color, making it a highlight in any garden setting. Here’s a detailed description of Ajuga ‘Feathered Friends Cordial Canary’:
- Foliage: The most distinctive feature of ‘Cordial Canary’ is its luminous, golden-yellow leaves that can brighten up any shady spot in the garden. The leaves maintain their color intensity throughout the season, providing a constant display of color.
- Flowers: In the spring, ‘Cordial Canary’ produces spikes of blue flowers that contrast beautifully against the yellow foliage, adding a delightful pop of color that attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
- Growth Habit: This variety forms a dense, spreading mat that grows about 3-4 inches tall and can spread up to 12-18 inches wide. Its compact and creeping habit makes it an excellent choice for ground cover.
- Care and Maintenance: ‘Cordial Canary’ is easy to care for, thriving in partial to full shade and preferring well-drained soils. It’s relatively drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance beyond occasional watering and trimming back to encourage fresh growth.
- Uses in Landscaping: Perfect for use as a ground cover in shaded garden beds, under trees, or in borders where its golden foliage can light up the area. It also works well in containers where its color can be appreciated up close.
Ajuga ‘Feathered Friends Cordial Canary’ is an exceptional choice for gardeners looking to introduce vibrant, low-maintenance foliage into their landscapes. Its unique color and easy-care nature make it a valuable addition to any garden
