About
An annual or biennial, to around 30cm, forming a rosette of aromatic green leaves divided into deeply lobed leaflets. Small, starry white flowers are produced in summer.
About the genus
Geranium can be annuals, biennials and perennials, herbaceous or evergreen, with rounded, usually palmately lobed or divided leaves, and lax inflorescences of rounded, 5-petalled flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationThrives in sun or shade in any soil. It can be useful for ground cover in shaded areas, but self-seeds readily, with the potential to become a nuisance if not kept in check. See herb robert for further information and advice on how to control
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed. Plants often self-seed in place, though less vigorously than the species
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free, but may be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free, but may be susceptible to powdery mildews in dry conditions