{"product_id":"ajuga-reptans-burgundy-glow","title":"Burgundy Glow Bugleweed","description":"\u003cp\u003eBurgundy Glow Bugleweed (\u003cem\u003eAjuga reptans\u003c\/em\u003e 'Burgundy Glow') is a spectacular, low-growing perennial groundcover renowned for its kaleidoscopic tricolor foliage — each leaf a swirling tapestry of cream, soft rose-pink, and deep burgundy that intensifies in cool weather and glows in dappled light. In spring, tall spikes of electric-blue flowers rise above the colorful carpet, creating a stunning multi-layered display that rivals any flowering perennial for sheer visual drama and seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown from certified organic heritage stock, each plant arrives with a Professional Grade root system primed for vigorous establishment. Burgundy Glow performs beautifully in partial to full shade and is equally at home edging a perennial border, cascading between stepping stones, filling gaps in a woodland garden, or spilling over the sides of mixed containers. Its strong spreading habit fills bare ground efficiently, suppressing weeds and protecting soil moisture across large areas with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShowstopping Tricolor Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e — Swirling cream, pink, and burgundy variegation creates one of the most visually complex and beautiful foliage displays available in any shade-tolerant groundcover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Pollinator Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e — Electric-blue flower spikes attract bumblebees, mason bees, and beneficial insects during critical early-season foraging windows when other blooms are still absent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Spreading Weed Suppressor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Strong runners spread readily to fill bare patches quickly, delivering dense, weed-smothering coverage across borders, slopes, and problem areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen in Mild Climates\u003c\/strong\u003e — Foliage persists through winter in zones 4–9, providing reliable year-round color, erosion control, and landscape structure even in the coldest months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable to Difficult Sites\u003c\/strong\u003e — Thrives under established trees, on dry slopes, and in compacted or clay-heavy soils where most ornamental groundcovers struggle to establish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese 4\" healthy live plants thrive in partial to full shade with consistent moisture — water regularly until established, then reduce frequency as the plant colonizes the surrounding space. Hardy in USDA zones 3–9, growing 4–6\" tall with a spread of 12–24\". Blue flower spikes bloom in spring (April–June). Space 12–18\" apart for a seamless, tapestry-like groundcover effect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planted Places","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48066241626326,"sku":"2AJBGWF4","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/2496\/8075\/files\/a271609c833a_2000.jpg?v=1781562846","url":"https:\/\/www.plantedplaces.com\/products\/ajuga-reptans-burgundy-glow","provider":"Planted Places","version":"1.0","type":"link"}