Sweet Woodruff
Galium Odoratum
Overview
Sweet Woodruff (Galium odoratum) is a fragrant, herbaceous perennial, thriving in shady conditions. It showcases delicate, lance-shaped leaves and tiny, star-shaped white flowers in spring, reaching 8-12 inches tall. Ideal as a ground cover, this easy-to-grow plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and spreads to around 12-18 inches. The foliage exudes a fresh, hay-like scent when crushed, enhancing garden sensory appeal. Hardy in zones 4-8.
Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–9Type Ground cover
Culture
- Sun
- Half, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 5–9
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–12 Inches
- Mature width
- 10–20 Inches
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover
- Family
- Rubiaceae
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