Herb Robert Seeds – Geranium Robertianum | Shade Loving Medicinal & Edible Wildflower
Grow a unique and versatile woodland wildflower with these Geranium Robertianum seeds, commonly known as Herb Robert or Roberts Geranium. This charming shade-loving perennial produces delicate rose-red to pale pink five-petaled flowers atop reddish stems with deeply divided foliage that turns beautiful shades of red in autumn. Popular in woodland gardens, shady borders, and naturalized landscapes, Herb Robert attracts bees and beneficial pollinators while naturally resisting deer and rabbits. Traditionally valued as both an edible and medicinal herb, the leaves and flowers can be used fresh in salads or dried for herbal teas.
You will receive:
✔️ 20+ Herb Robert seeds
✔️ Geranium Robertianum woodland wildflower
✔️ Pollinator-friendly shade perennial
✔️ Edible and medicinal herb plant
✔️ Freshly packed seeds for planting success
Growing Information
- Common Name: Herb Robert / Roberts Geranium
- Botanical Name: Geranium robertianum
- Plant Type: Hardy perennial / self-seeding wildflower
- Growth Stage: Seed
- Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
- Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
- Watering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist conditions
- Mature Height: 12–16 inches
- Mature Width: Approximately 16 inches
- Growth Habit: Clump-forming woodland perennial
- Bloom Season: Spring through fall
- USDA Zones: 5–9
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Care Tip: Herb Robert germinates best with cool moist conditions. Sow outdoors in fall or cold stratify seeds before spring planting to improve germination success.