Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop'
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Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’

Bugle 'Black Scallop'

£9.95

Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’ is a low-growing, evergreen groundcover with striking dark purple-black foliage that adds dramatic colour to shaded gardens. This fast-spreading perennial features blue flower spikes in spring, attracting pollinators.

Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, and containers, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil and is low-maintenance and deer-resistant.

Item code:
AJS-2
Pot size:
2Ltr pot
Description:
(recyclable pot) UK grown
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Origin: Species native to boreal forest of Europe, cultivar of horticultural origin
Genus: Ajuga
Species / Cultivar: reptans 'Black Scallop'
Common Name: Bugle 'Black Scallop'
Synonym: Ajuga reptans 'Binblasca'

Plant Biography

Ajuga reptans, commonly known as Bugle, is a perennial native to woodland areas of Europe, extending into the boreal forests of Russia. The species has been used for centuries in traditional herbal medicine, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.

Ajuga is a member of the Lamiaceae (mint) family, known for its spreading habit and vibrant blooms. The cultivar Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’ was introduced as an ornamental variety for its striking dark purple-black foliage, offering a unique colour contrast in gardens. It was developed to provide gardeners with an attractive, low-maintenance ground cover suitable for shady areas, blending both form and function.

Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’
Soil: Moisture Retaining
Soil that drains at a slower rate due to higher organic matter content.
Growth Rate: Medium
Expect to see moderate growth during growing season.
Water Requirement: Medium
Once it is established, this plant is likely to only require watering during drier periods.
Maintenance: Low
Minimal skill or input needed beyond the basics, a very independent plant.
Situation: Part Shade to Full Shade
Can enjoy several hours of direct sunlight, but also happy in full shade.
Eventual Height: 0.1-0.5m
The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.
Eventual Spread: 0.5-1m
The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Will survive unprotected outdoors in most areas of the UK, even in the harshest winters.
Habit: Evergreen
Always in leaf throughout the year. It won't lose all its leaves at any one time.
Lifecycle: Perennial
This plant is persistant and does not die off after flowering. It will return each season indefinitely, if provided with suitable growing conditions.
Care & Size Guidance

Care & Size Guidance

Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’ thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It grows to a height of up to 50cm and spreads rapidly, making it an excellent ground cover for borders, under trees, or in containers. Once established, it is low-maintenance, requiring minimal watering, though it benefits from occasional watering during dry periods.

This perennial produces blue flower spikes in spring, attracting pollinators. To prevent overcrowding, it may need to be divided every few years. Ajuga ‘Black Scallop’ is deer-resistant, making it an ideal choice for low-light gardens that require both ground coverage and vibrant colour.

A dream come true!

This is one of those plants that many gardeners crave: it provides evergreen colour to shaded situations under trees and tall shrubs.

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