Is sweet woodruff invasive?

Sweet woodruff spreads by runners. In moist soil, it can spread very quickly and can become invasive in the right conditions. It is often recommended that you plant sweet woodruff ground cover in an area that you would not mind seeing naturalized by sweet woodruff.

How quickly does sweet woodruff spread?

It can easily push out from the original planting at a rate of up to 18 inches (45 cm) a year, at least where conditions are to its liking.

Does sweet woodruff come back every year?

Sweet woodruff forms a dense groundcover, growing on a creeping rhizome. The squarish stems grow about 40cm (6-12”) tall. The bright green, narrow, rough textured leaves are arranged in whorls around the stems. The foliage dies back to the ground in most winters in the Midwest and reappears early in spring.

Where does sweet woodruff grow best?

Sweet woodruff grows well in full shade to partial shade, particularly when it is planted under trees. Full sun, especially when it’s at its brightest in the middle of summer, can scorch the leaves.

Can you walk on sweet woodruff?

I have found low-growing mother-of-thyme and “pinks” resilient. Sweet woodruff looks none the worse for my visits. Low-growing varieties of bellflower, chamomile, and yarrow are not only walkable but mowable as well.

Should you cut back sweet woodruff in the fall?

Foliage is attractive throughout the season. The foliage of Sweet Woodruff dies back to the ground in late autumn. The dried foliage is very fine and can simply be raked away in the late fall or early spring. “The fragrance, often compared to that of freshly cut hay, reminds me of spring earth and honey.

Is sweet woodruff low maintenance?

Sweet Woodruff is a low-maintenance perennial groundcover. With moist soil and a bit of shade, this is a happy plant.

How far will sweet woodruff spread?

about 12 inches
When planted in the (ahem) proper conditions, sweet woodruff will remain green throughout the growing season. It does sometimes go dormant during an especially hot summer. The plant grows to be about six to eight inches (15 to 20 cm) tall and spreads about 12 inches (30 cm).