{"product_id":"ajuga-reptans-atropurpurea-pond-plant","title":"Ajuga Reptans Atropurpurea Pond Plant Bugle","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"367\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eAjuga reptans ‘Atropurpurea’\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Bugle, is a low-growing, spreading plant ideal for softening pond edges and surrounding damp areas. It is particularly valued for its rich, dark purple-bronze foliage, which provides excellent contrast against greener pond planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eIn spring to early summer, it produces short spikes of vibrant blue flowers that attract bees and other pollinators, adding both colour and wildlife interest to the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eThis hardy and fast-spreading plant thrives in moist soil and is perfect for planting just around the pond edge rather than directly in water. It forms a dense ground cover, helping to suppress weeds and create a neat, natural finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eStriking dark purple-bronze foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eBright blue flower spikes in spring\u003cbr data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eExcellent ground cover for damp areas\u003cbr data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eIdeal for pond edges and surrounding borders\u003cbr data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eLow maintenance and easy to establish\u003cbr data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003ePosition: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eSoil: Moist, well-drained (not submerged)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1210\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA great choice for adding year-round colour and coverage around ponds, complementing marginal and aquatic planting beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Park Corner Nurseries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55518752768376,"sku":"ara","price":4.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3120\/5676\/files\/ajuga_black_scallop_a.jpg?v=1780953131","url":"https:\/\/www.perfectpondsandkoi.co.uk\/products\/ajuga-reptans-atropurpurea-pond-plant","provider":"Perfect Ponds And Koi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}