Coastal Bedstraw

Galium hispidulum

Family: Rubiaceae

Coastal Bedstraw grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers sandy, well-drained soil. Water needs: Low.

How to Grow Coastal Bedstraw

Coastal Bedstraw growing information includes sunlight requirements of Full sun to partial shade, soil conditions listed as Sandy, well-drained soil with a soil pH of 5.0-7.5, and Low water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 8-11. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for Coastal Bedstraw as 21-60 days, with planting or establishment depth listed as 1/8 inch. Days to maturity are listed as 120-180 days.

Plant Overview

Coastal Bedstraw (Galium hispidulum) is listed in the Rubiaceae family and categorized as a groundcover with a perennial life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Moderate.

Plant ID: PLT-3730
Family: Rubiaceae
Plant type: Groundcover
Life cycle: Perennial
Difficulty: Moderate

Growing Conditions

Coastal Bedstraw is listed for full sun to partial shade conditions. Water needs are listed as low. The database soil reference is Sandy, well-drained soil. The listed soil pH range is 5.0-7.5, and the listed hardiness range is 8-11.

Hardiness zones: 8-11
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Sandy, well-drained soil
Soil pH: 5.0-7.5
Water needs: Low

Seed & Germination

For seed starting, the listed germination time is 21-60 days and the seed depth is 1/8 inch. The listed time to maturity is 120-180 days. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.

Germination: 21-60 days
Seed depth: 1/8 inch

Harvest & Propagation

Days to maturity: 120-180 days

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Growing Reference Note

Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.