Herb Robert. A British native with daintily cut ferny, red tinted foliage on reddish stems. Many small bright pink flowers. Self-seeds. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers May to August. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Geranium robertianum
A British native with daintily cut ferny, red tinted foliage on reddish stems. Many small bright pink flowers. Self-seeds.
Additional information
| Generic | Geranium |
|---|---|
| Species | robertianum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Herb Robert |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Annual |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Geraniaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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