Galium odoratum, commonly known as Sweet Woodruff, is a fragrant, evergreen ground cover that forms dense mats of lance-shaped, dark green leaves. In spring, it produces small, white, star-like flowers that emit a sweet, pleasant fragrance, making it a lovely addition to shaded areas or woodland gardens. This low-growing perennial thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for filling in gaps, under trees, or as a ground cover in shady spots. Sweet Woodruff’s foliage remains lush and green throughout the year, providing year-round interest, while its subtle blooms attract pollinators like bees. With its unique fragrance and versatile growing habits, Galium odoratum is an ideal choice for shaded, moisture-rich garden spaces.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - am sun w/pm shade
· FLOWER COLOR - white
· HEIGHT - 4-8"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
Galium odoratum, commonly known as Sweet Woodruff, is a fragrant, evergreen ground cover that forms dense mats of lance-shaped, dark green leaves. In spring, it produces small, white, star-like flowers that emit a sweet, pleasant fragrance, making it a lovely addition to shaded areas or woodland gardens. This low-growing perennial thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for filling in gaps, under trees, or as a ground cover in shady spots. Sweet Woodruff’s foliage remains lush and green throughout the year, providing year-round interest, while its subtle blooms attract pollinators like bees. With its unique fragrance and versatile growing habits, Galium odoratum is an ideal choice for shaded, moisture-rich garden spaces.
· ORIGIN - Not US native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - am sun w/pm shade
· FLOWER COLOR - white
· HEIGHT - 4-8"
· HABIT - semi-evergreen
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
