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.
Category: Annuals
Additional information
Generic | Geranium |
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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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