Lady's Bedstraw (Galium Verum) is a perennial herb in the Rubiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A perennial herbaceous plant with clusters of small, bright yellow flowers and whorled leaves.

Lady's Bedstraw

Lady's Bedstraw

Galium Verum

A perennial herbaceous plant with clusters of small, bright yellow flowers and whorled leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, chalky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, pollinator plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lady's Bedstraw

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Rubiaceae
Genus:Galium