{"product_id":"ajuga-reptans-black-scallop","title":"Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop'","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransform a shady corner of your garden with the dark, dramatic foliage of \u003cem\u003eAjuga reptans\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Scallop'. This versatile perennial provides year-round interest with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy, near-black leaves with a distinctive scalloped edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces short spikes of deep blue flowers in late spring and early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A low-growing, evergreen to semi-evergreen, creeping plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches a height of 10-15cm with an eventual spread of 60-90cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe nectar-rich blue flowers are a valuable early food source for bees and other pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense, mat-forming habit offers shelter for beneficial insects and other small invertebrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in partial to full shade but can tolerate sun if the soil remains moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers moist, well-drained soil. It will cope with most soil types except very dry ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the darkest leaf colour, plant it in a spot with good light levels or in colder conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to propagate. Simply lift and replant the rooted runners in spring or autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as 'Black Scallop' Bugle. Use it as a striking ground cover, at the front of a border, or in containers for a lasting display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allensmore","offers":[{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":58473916629295,"sku":"egx1789522684653","price":11.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8797\/5727\/files\/ajuga-reptans-black-scallop_1.jpg?v=1789522689","url":"https:\/\/modestly.shop\/products\/ajuga-reptans-black-scallop","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}