Galium mollugo Hedge bedstraw (Rubiaceae)

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Galium mollugo
Hedge bedstraw
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The Galium mollugo plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Rubiaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Hedge bedstraw. Some home gardeners know the variety as G. elatum. G. erectum.

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Latin Name:  Galium mollugo
Common Name:  Hedge bedstraw
Family:  Rubiaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Hedgebanks, open woodland, scrub and grassy slopes, especially on base-rich and calcareous soils[17].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown in situ as soon as it is ripe in late summer[200]. The seed can also be sown in spring though it may be very slow to germinate[200]. This plant does not really need any help to reproduce itself. Division in spring or throughout the growing season if the plants are kept well watered[200]. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

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