Flower

Ajuga (Bugle)

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Glossy ground-cover with cobalt spires — happy in dry shade.

Sun

Partial sun

Water

Moderate

Soil

Average

Difficulty

Very easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Perennial

Hardiness

Hardy

pollinatorshadeground-cover

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks Ajuga seed varieties suited to UK conditions, including ground-cover types ideal for London gardens.

Crocus

Offers established Ajuga plants in pots ready for immediate planting in London's temperate climate.

Amazon UK

Supplies digging tools essential for preparing soil and planting Ajuga ground cover across London borders.