Glechoma hirsuta
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Glechoma hirsuta

Glechoma Hirsuta

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CARE GUIDE

How to keep Glechoma Hirsuta.

Water

Glechoma hirsuta thrives in consistently damp soil and prefers high humidity. Although it is drought-tolerant, regular weekly watering helps it flourish. This plant is best suited for outdoor environments, where it can benefit from natural rainfall, making it ideal for rain gardens or areas that are rich in moisture.

Pruning

Glechoma hirsuta is a ground-cover plant characterized by its round leaves. To promote dense foliage and branching, prune the plant in early spring by trimming above healthy leaves. Regular pruning not only prevents overgrowth but also boosts flowering. To avoid disease, always use clean, sharp tools when pruning. For more information, you can refer to sources like the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and Gardeners' World.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Glechoma
Family
Lamiaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Creeping Charlie en Ground Ivy en Čupava dobričica (RS)
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