Northern Bedstraw

About Northern Bedstraw

Northern Bedstraw creates a cloud of tiny white flowers that brings a fragrant and delicate charm to both prairies and woodland edges. This perennial reaches 1 to 3 feet in height and is characterized by its whorled, narrow leaves and many-branched stems. In June and July, it is covered in dense clusters of small, white, four-petaled flowers that emit a pleasant, sweet scent. Native across the northern half of North America, it is a frequent inhabitant of meadows, prairies, and open woods. The flowers are a magnet for small native bees, flies, and butterflies, providing an important mid-summer nectar source. Northern Bedstraw is easy to grow, thriving in full to partial sun and adapting to moisture levels from wet to medium-dry. It spreads gradually by underground rhizomes, making it an excellent filler for native beds or a beautiful addition to a wildflower meadow where its airy blooms can mingle with other native species.