Scented Bedstraw Seeds - Herbal Plant

Scented Bedstraw is a low-growing herbaceous perennial valued for its delicate white flowers, whorled green foliage, and spreading ground cover habit. Commonly known as Sweet Woodruff, it is well suited to woodland gardens, shaded borders, underplanting beneath trees and shrubs, and naturalized landscape settings. This adaptable shade-loving plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil and gradually forms an attractive carpet of foliage that enhances shaded garden spaces.

Features

• Low-growing perennial ground cover
• Produces clusters of delicate white flowers
• Attractive whorled green foliage
• Ideal for woodland gardens and shaded borders
• Performs well in partial to full shade
• Forms a dense, spreading carpet of greenery
• Suitable for naturalized landscape plantings

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Galium odoratum
• Common Name (US): Scented Bedstraw
• Seed Type / Variety: Woodland Ground Cover Variety
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 4-8
• Planting Season: Spring, Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-May, September-November
• Sowing Season Months: March, April, May, September, October, November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 21-60 days at 15-20°C (59-68°F); cold stratification may improve germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
• Mature Plant Size: 6-12 inches tall, 12-24 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 8-12 inches apart