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    Galium aristatum

    Also Known As

    • Awned Bedstraw
    • False Baby's Breath

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

    Galium aristatum plant details

    Galium aristatum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Galium aristatum

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: rubiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, spreading

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Galium aristatum

    USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An old fashioned plant used as filler in the garden bearing in summer airy panicles of white flowers reminiscent of Baby's Breath. 2-3' high, spreads modestly.

    By: Avant Gardens

    Gardening facts about Galium aristatum plant

    How to Grow Galium aristatum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Galium odoratum

    aka Sweet Scented Bedstraw, Sweet Woodruff

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - shade
    • even moisture - high
    Photo of Galium odoratum flower by Hendrike
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    Galium verum

    aka Lady's Bedstraw

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 1'-2'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Galium verum flower, foliage by Forestfarm
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