Product page > Variant picker block.As a ground cover (it is a dwarf variety of ajuga, which is in the mint family), this evergreen foliage ground cover is attractive year-round, with chocolate brown, bronze, and maroon hues. In spring, its clusters of purple-blue flowers. Chocolate Chip is well-suited for growing under shade trees, between path pavers, on slopes, or anywhere else that color and texture are needed. Although we've seen it growing in full sun, it seems to prefers partial to full shade and humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil. It is native to Europe, northern Africa, and southwestern Asia. Considered a perennial in zones 4-9.
Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.
For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.
For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 1 year warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant!
Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.