ON THIS PLANT
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)