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Chickweed

Stellaria media, Caryophyllaceae

Zones
3–10
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Dynamic AccumulatorGround Cover

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

Common Blue VioletViola sororia
Beneficial Insect HabitatTrap Crop

Antagonistic Plants

Maiden PinkDianthus deltoides

Chickweed can compete with and suppress low-growing perennials like maiden pink

StonecropSedum reflexum

Weedy chickweed can compete with and suppress succulent groundcovers

Uses

Functions

Nutrient AccumulationFood

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Chickweed grow in?

Chickweed grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Chickweed?

Good companions for Chickweed include Common Blue Violet.

Design guilds with Chickweed and see companion relationships visually.

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