{"product_id":"ajuga-reptans-bugle","title":"Ajuga reptans - Bugle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis native Irish wildflower is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial with glossy leaves and spikes of deep blue to violet flowers in spring. Ajuga reptans is a versatile groundcover, ideal for edging paths, underplanting shrubs, or naturalising in grass. Its dense foliage helps suppress weeds while adding rich colour and texture to shady areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade; tolerant of coastal and exposed conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 10–20 cm (4–8 in) high and spreads up to 60 cm (24 in).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrefers moist but well-drained soil; adaptable to a range of soil types, including clay and loam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows well in partial shade but also tolerates full sun if the soil remains moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eSpring to early summer (April–June).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses: \u003c\/strong\u003eTraditionally noted for medicinal purposes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Benefits: \u003c\/strong\u003eFlowers attract bees and other pollinators; provides early-season nectar when few other plants are in bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crooked Boot Farm","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":62838206103901,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0545\/8421\/3695\/files\/20250430_102359.jpg?v=1771329393","url":"https:\/\/crookedbootfarm.ie\/products\/ajuga-reptans-bugle","provider":"Crooked Boot Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}