Ajuga reptans ‘Feathered Friends Parrot Paradise’ Plant Plug (Ajuga reptans) – Low-growing, colorful ground cover with vivid foliage. Great for borders and containers. Pollinator-friendly.

$6.95

Brighten up your garden floor with the bold, tropical-inspired hues of Ajuga reptans ‘Feathered Friends Parrot Paradise’. This low-growing, spreading ground cover offers a kaleidoscope of color—featuring vibrant shades of chartreuse, coral, and ruby on textured, feather-shaped foliage. It’s an eye-catching choice for shaded beds, garden borders, patio containers, or woodland edges, where it forms a dense, weed-suppressing mat.

During spring, it surprises with spikes of rich blue flowers, which not only contrast beautifully against the foliage but also attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. This variety thrives in partial to full shade, tolerates a range of soils, and requires minimal care once established. Whether you’re designing a shade garden or adding color to a container, this ajuga is a reliable and dazzling option.


Key Features:

  • 🎨 Colorful, Multihued Foliage – Shades of green, red, orange, and gold for season-long interest.

  • 🐝 Pollinator-Friendly Blooms – Spring flower spikes draw in bees and butterflies.

  • 🌿 Low-Maintenance Ground Cover – Spreads gently and suppresses weeds.

  • 🪴 Versatile Use – Perfect for containers, pathways, shady borders, or underplanting shrubs.

  • ❄️ Cold Hardy & Evergreen in Mild Climates – Offers year-round visual appeal.


🧑🌾 Planting & Care Tips:

  • Sunlight: Best in partial shade to full shade; tolerates some morning sun.

  • Soil: Prefers well-draining soil but adapts to various conditions.

  • Water: Keep soil moderately moist during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.

  • Spacing: Space 10–12" apart for ground coverage.

  • Maintenance: Minimal—trim back runners if you prefer tidy edges.


🌼 Perfect For:

  • Shade gardens and woodland borders

  • Underplanting for trees and shrubs

  • Mixed containers and patio pots

  • Pollinator-friendly landscapes

  • Colorful, low-growing ground cover


🌈 Why You’ll Love It:

Ever-changing foliage color through the seasons
Easy to grow, even in tough shady spots
Provides both texture and color at ground level
Supports local pollinators
Non-invasive, manageable spreader


🌿 Turn Your Garden Floor into a Tropical Carpet

With its show-stopping colors and easygoing nature, Ajuga ‘Feathered Friends Parrot Paradise’ brings the drama of the tropics to shady spaces—without the fuss. A must-have for gardeners who love color, texture, and pollinator power in every layer of the landscape.