Galium odoratum
ground_coverZones 4–8deer resistantDelicate woodland ground cover with whorls of emerald leaves and tiny starry white flowers in spring. Fragrant when dried (smells of fresh-mown hay). Excellent for deep shade.
Tiny white starry flowers create a lovely carpet in the shade garden. Fragrant when dried.
Sweet woodruff goes dormant or looks shabby in dry conditions. Water to maintain appearance.
Sweet woodruff spreads by underground runners. Keep contained with edging.
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