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Ajuga reptans Black Scallop / 1L
Ajuga reptans Black Scallop
Confirmed format: 1 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Striking dark purple to black scalloped foliage
- Semi-evergreen perennial with year-round interest
- Vibrant purple-blue flowers in late spring
- Low-growing creeping and spreading habit
- Excellent ground cover for borders and containers
Overview
Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop' is a striking semi-evergreen herbaceous perennial valued for its intensely dark, glossy foliage. Forming a low, spreading rosette of creeping stems, it features deeply scalloped leaves in shades of deep purple, bronze and near-black that maintain exceptional colour through the seasons. In May and June, spikes of rich purple-blue flowers emerge, adding a vibrant contrast against the dark foliage. Fully hardy down to −20°C (RHS H7), this compact ground cover is exceptionally easy to grow and brings bold, moody colour to small gardens, borders, rockeries and patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Intensely dark foliage provides dramatic contrast in mixed planting schemes.
- Reliable semi-evergreen habit ensures visual interest throughout winter.
- Spreading growth habit makes it an effective, low-maintenance ground cover.
- Tolerates a wide range of light conditions from full sun to deep shade.
- Supports pollinators when in flower during late spring.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Ajuga reptans Black Scallop |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Semi-evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Purple, black, and bronze |
| Flower Colour | Purple, violet, and blue |
| Flowering Season | May to June |
| Growth Habit | Creeping, spreading, rosette |
| Mature Height | 10 cm |
| Mature Spread | 50 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H7 (Hardy to −20°C and below) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Thrives in full sun, sun and part shade, partial shade, or shade. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Adaptable to clay and loam soils with any pH, provided the drainage is well-drained or moisture-retentive. |
| Watering | Requires moderate watering, keeping the soil moist and consistently moist. |
| Care Level | Easy maintenance with no special winter protection required. |
| Deadheading | Optional removal of spent flower spikes to keep the display tidy. |
Perfect For
- Front of garden borders
- Effective low ground cover
- Patio containers and window boxes
- Rockeries and cottage gardens
- Shade gardens and wildlife planting
Good to Know
- Native to Britain and Ireland.
- Offers year-round interest with semi-evergreen foliage.
- Provides pollinator support during its flowering period.
- Suitable for small gardens, courtyards, and balconies.
Product Information
| Product Title | Ajuga reptans Black Scallop / 1L |
|---|---|
| Supplied Format | 1L pot |
| Category | Outdoor Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
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