Plant Care European Bedstraw

European Bedstraw

Also known as

Galium articulatum, Galium articulatum pygmaeum, Galium boreale exoletum, Galium boreale mugodsharicum, Galium boreale rubioides, Galium dasypodum, Galium exoletum, Galium geniculatum, Galium mugodsharicum, Galium nervosum rubioides, Galium physocarpum, Galium praeboreale, Galium pygmaeum, Galium rubioides, Galium rubioides articulatum, Galium rubioides dasycarpum, Galium rubioides dasypodum, Galium rubioides eriophyllum, Galium ruboides, Galium ruboides publ, Galium salicifolium, Galium verticillatum leiocarpum and Galium volgense

Taxonomy

Galium rubioides
Galium
Rubiaceae
Gentianales

How to care for European Bedstraw

💦 Water

How often to water your European Bedstraw

Water needs for European Bedstraw
0.5 cups
every 9

European Bedstraw needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for European Bedstraw in your home

Light needs and placement for plant European Bedstraw: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

European Bedstraw love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

European Bedstraw does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of European Bedstraw in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize European Bedstraw

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for European Bedstraw: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your European Bedstraw after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

European Bedstraw prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

European Bedstraw requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


🪴 Soil

European Bedstraw does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!


💩 Fertilizer

European Bedstraw should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for European Bedstraw

European Bedstraw


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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