PatternBaseCleavers
Galium aparine, Rubiaceae
Zones
3–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Dynamic Accumulator
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (acceptable)Partial Sun (optimal)
Water
Moderate
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Asian GinsengPanax ginseng
Cleavers can smother delicate ginseng plants and compete for nutrients in shallow soil layers
White TurtleheadChelone glabraCleavers can climb and smother turtle head plants, blocking essential sunlight
ColumbineAquilegia vulgarisCleavers can climb and smother columbine plants, blocking light and releasing inhibitory compounds
Evening PrimroseOenothera biennisEvening primrose and cleavers compete for light and space in disturbed habitats
Nanking CherryPrunus tomentosaCleavers competes aggressively with Nanking cherry for root space and nutrients
Uses
Functions
Nutrient AccumulationMedicine
Common Questions
What zones does Cleavers grow in?
Cleavers grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.
What are good companion plants for Cleavers?
Good companions for Cleavers include Onion.
Design guilds with Cleavers and see companion relationships visually.
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