About
A herbaceous perennial to 1.5m with copious pinnate leaves and erect, branched spikes of pea-shaped, white flowers 1cm in length.
About the genus
Galega are robust bushy perennials with pinnate leaves and axillary racemes of pea-like flowers in summer and autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any, preferably moist soil, in full sun or partial shade. Needs staking and may spread in rich soils
PruningCut back flowered stems to prevent self-seeding
PropagationPropagate by division between late autumn and spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to pea and bean weevil
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free