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Week 16 – April 19, 2024

Plant Information

Galium odoratum

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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Galium odoratum

Common Name: Sweet Woodruff

Hardiness Zone: 3a - 9b

Hardiness Degree: -30°F (-34.4°C)

Blooming Season: Spring

Plant Habit: Mounded

Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Fragrant Flowers, Scented Foliage, Shade Tolerant

Water: Heavy

Fertilize: Once a month

Spacing: 8" (20cm)

Height: 6 - 12" (15 - 30cm)

Width: 8 - 12" (20 - 30cm)

Exposure: Shade, Partial Sun

General Information: Groundcover with exquisite, whorled leaves that form a solid mat of foliage when densely planted.
White blossoms in late Spring.

Grower Information:

Low-growing groundcover with glossy green foliage and fragrant, white flowers.