Despite the unseasonal cold, Ajuga reptans has been steadily colonising it surroundings and has produced its blooms right on time. We have two varieties planted in the purple border, A. reptans 'Braunhertz' and the much more rare A. reptans 'Little court pink' which has lovely pink (in stead of the usual blue!) spires that combine well with the brown leaves. Both are semi-evergreen, and the maroon/brown leaves combine well with the various purple hues in the border. Prolonged wet weather can cause occasional fungal infections, but these plants are usually highly dependable. I found 'Little court pink' in Larch cottage nurseries, and am still looking for A. reptans 'Alba' to add to our white borders.
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