Galium megalospermum All. — Scrambling stems | Fenn

Overview

Galium megalospermum All. is a scrambling stems annual biennial in the genus Galium, part of the Rubiaceae family, with narrow, whorled leaves foliage. Galium megalospermum All. grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover, woodland edges and meadows.

About

Galium megalospermum, the Swiss bedstraw or big-seeded bedstraw, is a plant species in the Rubiaceae. It is native to the Alps in Central Europe.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Galium

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Galium megalospermum All. size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Annual Biennial
Habit: Scrambling stems
Foliage: Narrow, Whorled leaves
Suggested uses: Ground cover, Woodland edges, Meadows

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Galium megalospermum All.

Propagation: Seed, Division
Pest resistance: Generally pest-resistant
Disease resistance: Generally disease-resistant

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Galium megalospermum All.?

Galium megalospermum All. prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Galium megalospermum All. need?

Galium megalospermum All. grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Galium megalospermum All. hardy in the UK?

Galium megalospermum All. has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Galium megalospermum All.?

Seed, Division.

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