greater herb robert
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A compact annual or biennial with red stems and rounded, deeply lobed green leaves which turn to red in the autumn. Small, dark pink flowers with a red centre appear in spring through to the autumn. Will self-seed profusely
Scientific classification
- Species
- greater herb robert (Geranium yeoi)
- Genus
- Geranium
- Family
- Geraniaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of greater herb robert
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of greater herb robert
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greater herb robert care guide
- Moderate watering, allow slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate watering, allow slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and midsummer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required. Remove flowered stems and old leaves to encourage the production of fresh leaves and flowers
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring or propagate by basal cuttings in early to mid spring and root with bottom heat
Growing
GrowingGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in partial shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildew and powdery mildews
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil, capsid bug and geranium sawfly
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