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Latin Name:	Ajuga reptans
Common Name:	Bugle
Family:	Labiatae
Synonyms:
Known Hazards:	None known
	Author:  L.
Habit:      Evergreen Perennial
Habitat:  Damp grassy fields and damp woods[7, 13, 17].
Height:  0.3     Width:  0.6
Cultivation Details: Prefers a humus-rich, moisture retentive soil and partial shade[28, 31, 200]. Does well in marshy soil and in the spring meadow[24]. Grows well in dry shade[187, 190] and is fairly drought tolerant once established, though it shows distress in severe drought[190]. Plants do not always ripen their seeds in Britain, they spread freely by runners, however, and soon form an extensive patch in suitable conditions[4]. A number of forms have been selected for their ornamental value, several of them are variegated and these are used especially as ground cover plants for dry shade[187]. A purple-leaved form, 'Atropurpurea' does well in full sun so long as the soil is not dry[208]. A good bee and butterfly plant[24].
Propagation Notes: Seed - sow spring or autumn in a cold frame. The seed usually germinates in 3 - 4 weeks at 10°c[133], though it can be erratic[238]. Prick out the seedlings when they are large enough to handle and plant them out in the summer[K]. Division of runners at almost any time of year.
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