{"product_id":"ajuga-reptans-tuff-n-tidy","title":"Ajuga reptans 'Tuff n Tidy'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuff n Tidy Bugleweed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"291\" data-start=\"276\"\u003eAjuga reptans\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Tuff n Tidy’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamiaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe \u0026amp; Western Asia (cultivated selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial groundcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"787\" data-start=\"478\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"493\" data-start=\"478\"\u003eAjuga reptans\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Tuff n Tidy’ is a compact, improved groundcover ajuga selected for its neater habit, controlled spread and reliable performance. Well suited to Adelaide and South Australian gardens, it forms a dense, low-growing mat that suppresses weeds while adding year-round foliage interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1074\" data-start=\"789\"\u003eIn spring, ‘Tuff n Tidy’ produces upright spikes of rich blue flowers above glossy foliage, providing a burst of colour in shaded and semi-shaded areas. Hardy, adaptable and easy to manage, it’s an excellent choice for borders, underplanting, courtyards and areas where lawn struggles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1–0.15 m H × 0.3–0.5 m W (spreading, tidy habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: \u003c\/strong\u003eCompact, rounded leaves; deep green to bronze tones; evergreen in mild SA winters, semi-evergreen in colder areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright spikes of deep blue to violet flowers in mid–late spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen groundcover with standout spring flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts bees and beneficial pollinating insects when flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate drought tolerance once established (performs best with some summer water); Tolerates light frost; Performs well in cool, shaded conditions; Not suited to hot, exposed or very dry sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Groundcover: 6–9 plants per m²; Edging: space 20–30 cm apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun but avoid harsh afternoon sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained loam or sandy loam enriched with organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–10 weeks. 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