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Plant Care
Wright's bedstraw
(Galium wrightii)
Also Known As
Wright's bedstraw, Wright's galium, Sticky willy
About This Plant
Galium wrightii is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae, native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 60 cm (24 inches) tall and has small white flowers that bloom in the summer.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 12-24 inches (30-60 cm), Spread: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
Light Requirements
Galium wrightii prefers full sun to partial shade, but can tolerate some shade.
Humidity Needs
Galium wrightii prefers average to high humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune the plant in the spring to remove any dead or damaged growth.
Common Pests and Diseases
Galium wrightii is not usually affected by pests or diseases.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Watering Schedule
Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in the winter.
Temperature Range
Galium wrightii can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from -20°C (-4°F) to 40°C (104°F).
Growing Season
Galium wrightii grows in the summer months from June to August.
Growing Difficulty Level
Galium wrightii is easy to grow and low maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Galium wrightii is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9.
Did You Know?
Galium wrightii is named after Charles Wright, an American botanist who collected plants in Texas and Mexico in the mid-1800s.
