Gallium Odoratum (Sweet Woodruff)

Gallium Odoratum (Sweet Woodruff)

A charming shade-loving groundcover featuring delicate whorled green foliage and clusters of tiny star-shaped white flowers. Sweet Woodruff spreads gently to form a soft carpet, making it ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and underplanting trees. Its fragrant foliage and airy spring blooms create a natural, elegant look while helping suppress weeds in shaded spaces.

Key Features

• Delicate white star-shaped flowers in spring
• Soft whorled foliage forming a dense groundcover
• Ideal for shade gardens and woodland plantings
• Fragrant foliage with gentle spreading habit

Plant Care Instructions

• Light: Prefers partial shade to full shade; avoid direct sun.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during establishment.
• Soil: Thrives in rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity and cool conditions.
• Temperature: Performs best between 8–24°C and tolerates cooler climates.
• Fertilizer: Apply compost or light fertilizer in spring if needed.
• Maintenance: Trim lightly after flowering to maintain tidy groundcover.
• Repotting: Divide clumps every 2–3 years to control spread and refresh growth.

Note: Plant pot may vary in design from the product image. Most plants come with a one-time-use plastic grower pot.