Overview
Erodium stephanianum is a spreading branched herbaceous perennial in the genus Erodium, part of the Geraniaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Erodium stephanianum grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden and alpine house.
About
Erodium stephanianum is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Erodium genus, known for its spreading branched habit and semi-evergreen foliage. This alpine rockery plant thrives in full sun on well-drained chalk, loam, or sandy soils with neutral to alkaline pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for south- or west-facing aspects, whether exposed or sheltered. The cultivar flowers in summer and autumn, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens or alpine houses. Propagation can be achieved by seed, division in spring, or basal softwood cuttings in late spring and early summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Erodium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Erodium stephanianum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, Alpine house
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Erodium stephanianum
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring, Basal softwood cuttings in late spring and early summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free, may be susceptible to vine weevil if grown in containers
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Erodium stephanianum?
Erodium stephanianum prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Erodium stephanianum need?
Erodium stephanianum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Erodium stephanianum hardy in the UK?
Erodium stephanianum has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Erodium stephanianum?
Seed, Division in spring, Basal softwood cuttings in late spring and early summer.
