Overview
Galium mollugo subsp. erectum is a scrambling stems annual biennial in the genus Galium, part of the Rubiaceae family, with narrow, whorled leaves foliage. Galium mollugo subsp. erectum 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 mollugo subsp. erectum, known as erect bedstraw, is a biennial or annual plant within the Galium genus, which is noted for slender, often sprawling stems with whorls of narrow leaves. This cultivar features scrambling stems and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring south- or west-facing, sheltered sites. It prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for use as ground cover, in woodland edges, or meadows, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by seed or division, and it grows best in fertile soil with roots in shade.
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 mollugo subsp. erectum 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 mollugo subsp. erectum
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Galium mollugo subsp. erectum?
Galium mollugo subsp. erectum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Galium mollugo subsp. erectum need?
Galium mollugo subsp. erectum grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Galium mollugo subsp. erectum hardy in the UK?
Galium mollugo subsp. erectum 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 mollugo subsp. erectum?
Seed, Division.
More in the Galium genus
- Galium asprellumrough bedstraw
- Galium incanum
- Galium lucidum
- Galium megalospermum All.
- Galium pumilumslender bedstraw
- Galium uliginosumfen bedstraw
- Galium verumlady's bedstraw
- Galium palustre subsp. elongatum