Melampyrum sylvaticum, commonly known as small cow wheat, is a tufted, deciduous plant from the Orobanchaceae family. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH, favouring sheltered spots in full or partial shade. Suitable for east, north, south, and west-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H5. This species is ideal for cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, and banks or slopes, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by seed.

Small cow wheat (Melampyrum sylvaticum) is a hardy, deciduous plant ideal for shaded wildlife gardens and banks, flowering in spring and summer.

Melampyrum sylvaticum

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