Also known as Bedstraw · 43 saves
Galium
Galium, the genus most gardeners know as bedstraw. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Galium varieties
Species of Galium
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Galium in Sow
Save the Galium you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Galium questions
How many types of Galium are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Galium varieties. The most popular — ranked by 43 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Galium grow in?
Across its varieties, Galium covers USDA Zones 4–8. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Galium bloom?
Most Galium varieties bloom in late spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Galium should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.