Glechoma hederacea forms a rapid evergreen mat of rooting stolons, opposite rounded green leaves, and small blue-violet two-lipped flowers from April through June. It provides ground cover and spring nectar, while its leaves have documented human culinary use.
Grow it in sun or shade in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, and trim spreading stems whenever needed. It can spread aggressively and is invasive in parts of North America, so check local guidance before planting. Large quantities are toxic to horses.
