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Herb Robert

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Herb Robert
Herb Robert

Herb Robert has the botanical name of ‘Geranium robertianum’ and is regarded as a medicinal herb.

Said to be named after Saint Robert the Abbott of Molesme, Herb Robert can be grown from seed in the home garden.

A member of the Geranium family the botanical name is ‘Geranium robertianum’ and this herb also makes an attractive garden plant.

Regarded as an annual or bi-annual it can easily be grown in pots and will self seed. Pretty pink flowers during late spring to summer make an attractive addition to the border.

How To Grow Herb Robert – Care and Growing conditions

Herb Robert or ‘Geranium robertianum’ prefers a shady damp environment. Generally easy to grow in these conditions. This is a plant that needs to be carefully controlled as it tends to be a little ‘weedy’ in the right conditions.

We suggest growing this particular herb in pots, as it is more easily controlled. Dead head after flowering to prevent seeding.

In the garden it does attract birds, butterflies and bees when in flower, so attracting pollinators is a real benefit.

It has traditionally been used to treat toothache, nosebleeds and other medical problems. Consult with a registered practitioner before using herbal remedies. It is also said to ward off evil spirits, so it has its place in folklore.

Problems

This is a plant that can become invasive in some situations, it outcompete other plants and potentially become a weed.

You can buy plants and seeds from the following suppliers


FOUR SEASONS HERBS – or email: sales@fourseasonsherbs.com.au
Huge range of rare & unusual herbs, edible perennial plants, wasabi, saffron corms & organic garlic. Specialised Mail order nursery.

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