About
Erodium acaule is a compact, stemless stork's bill from the Mediterranean producing rosettes of pinnately divided, grey-hairy leaves and clusters of five-petalled, pink, purple-veined flowers on short stems in summer. A neat and ornamental alpine for a sunny, well-drained rock garden or raised bed.
About the genus
Erodium, the stork's bills, are annuals and perennials related to the geraniums, producing divided or lobed, often aromatic foliage and clusters of five-petalled flowers in pink, purple, white or yellow. Popular rock garden and border plants for sunny, well-drained positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant out after last frost in fertile, well-drained soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
PropagationGrow from seed sown in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.