Geranium robertianum (Herb Robert)
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1m max. spread |
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0.5m max. height |
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2-5 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Geranium robertianum
Other names: Herb Robert, Puck, Wren flower, Granny-thread-the-needle, Hop-o'my-thumb, Bloodwort, Robin-in-the-hedge
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Genus: Geranium
Species: G. robertianum - G. robertianum is a hardy perennial with hairy stems bearing finely divided, bright-green foliage and small, pink flowers.
Geranium robertianum is: Deciduous
Flower: Pink in Summer; Pink in Autumn
Foliage: Bright-green in Summer; Red in Autumn
Habit: Clump-forming
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Specific pests: Capsid bug , Sawflies , Slugs , Snails , Vine weevil
Specific diseases: Downy mildew , Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning: Remove stems once flowered and old leaves to encourage the production of new leaves and flowers. . REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Basal cuttings, Division. REGISTER to read more...
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Geranium robertianum (Herb Robert) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Banks and Slopes, Beds and borders, Bees (attract & feed bees), City, Containers, Cottage/Informal, Ground Cover, Low Maintenance, Underplanting, Wildlife
Cultivation: Best planted in most moderately fertile soil (apart from waterlogged) in either full sun or partial shade. Shade is tolerated.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Well-drained, Moist but well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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Geranium robertianum
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It has a scent which some find unpleasant, and often lasts through the winter in southern Britain. It is common on shaded banks, hedgerows, woods and coastal shingle throughout the country. It will self-seed profusely in gardens and attract a wide range of insects.
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- Posted: Wed. 3rd June 2009 20:29
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