Also known as Hedge Bedstraw · Upright Hedge Bedstraw
White Bedstraw (Galium album) is a herbaceous perennial with whorls of narrow leaves and frothy clusters of small white flowers in summer. It thrives in well-drained soil
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight daily, but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, Loamy, Sandy
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures, typically between 18-24°C during the day.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly, only during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings, especially during dry spells. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Good drainage is essential to avoid overly wet conditions.
Prune after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and shape. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering. If the plant becomes leggy or overgrown, a harder prune in early spring can rejuvenate it.
Remove any dead or damaged stems at any time.
Galium album can be easily propagated from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn.
Seeds can be sown in autumn or early spring, though germination may be slow.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when they become root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Ensure the plant is watered thoroughly after repotting.
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Photos of White Bedstraw (Galium album)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Galium |
| Species | Galium album |
Similar in genus Galium
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