About
A compact herbaceous perennial to 20cm, forming a clump of small, grey-green, oval leaves. Flowers 2.5cm in width, lilac-pink with darker veins.
About the genus
Erodium can be annuals, perennials or subshrubs, some evergreen, with lobed or pinnately divided leaves and bowl-shaped, 5-petalled flowers in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesRock garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationGrow in gritty, humus-rich, well-drained soil that is neutral to alkaline; needs full sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed in pots in an open frame as soon as seed is ripe. Propagate by division in spring. Propagate by basal stem cuttings in late spring to early summer.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free