A spreading woodland groundcover with delicate whorled foliage and spring white flowers. Thrives in shaded settings with organic, slightly acidic soil. Hardy yet refined—ideal for naturalistic garden designs where understated elegance matters.
Details
Botanical Name
Galium odoratum
Common Name
Sweet Woodruff
Hardiness Zone
- 2
Appearance
Max Height
8 inches
Max Spread
24 inches
Plant Form
- Ground Hugging
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- White
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Mid Spring
Moisture
Average to Moist
Sunlight
Partial to Full Shade
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
Yes
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