Geranium robertianum Herb Robert (Geraniaceae)

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Geranium robertianum
Herb Robert
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The Geranium robertianum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Geraniaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Herb Robert.

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Latin Name:  Geranium robertianum
Common Name:  Herb Robert
Family:  Geraniaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.4   Mature Width:  0.4

Habitat:  Moist shady positions in undergrowth[7], rocks and walls, hedge banks, roadsides and waste places[9].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any moderately fertile retentive soil in a sunny position[200]. Tolerates a wide range of soil types[200], succeeding in dry soils[238]. Grows well on woodland edges[24]. The whole plant has an unpleasant aroma[244]. The foxy smell is particularly pronounced after rain[245]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits[233].

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