Hairy Bedstraw
Galium pilosum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 26 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Hairy bedstraw is a low-growing native perennial with small white flowers that bloom from May through July. This delicate wildflower forms loose clumps and works well as a naturalistic groundcover in partial sun areas with average moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hairy Bedstraw takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very informal, weedy appearance
- Small inconspicuous flowers may look unkempt
- Loose growth habit lacks structure for formal landscapes
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract native bees and beetles during the summer blooming period. This plant provides habitat and food sources for beneficial insects in native garden settings.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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