Galium, 028289091137

Galium is a genus of flowering plants commonly known as bedstraws, which are primarily grown for their use as a low-lying, mat-forming ground cover. A standout species, sweet woodruff (Galium odoratum), is a vigorous grower that produces tiny, fragrant white flowers in the late spring and early summer. Its bright green, lance-shaped leaves are arranged in distinctive star-shaped whorls and emit a sweet, hay-like fragrance when crushed. The plants tolerate shade well, making them an excellent choice for woodland gardens or underplanting trees and shrubs. Suits shaded, moist areas!