Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Goat’s rue, Galega officinalis, is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial with soft green, pinnate leaves. Racemes of pink or white, pea-like flowers appear from early summer to autumn. Perfect for a cottage garden scheme, it thrives on a variety of garden soils and is tolerant of clay. Its flowers are well-loved by bees.
Galega officinalis 'White Pagoda’ has beautiful pure white flowers. Grow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. May need staking. Cut back flowered stems to prevent self-seeding.
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Galega ‘White pagoda’ and wildlife
Galega ‘White pagoda’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Galega ‘White pagoda’ poisonous?
Galega ‘White pagoda’ has no toxic effects reported.
