Description
Herb Robert, Geranium robertainum, is an attractive member of the geranium family with valued healing properties. This herb is a must in every garden. The infusion of the leaves is used to remove radiation from body. Consume hot as a tea and use cold as a foot infusion.Leaves may also be added to salads. Utilised as an eye wash. Herb Robert is native to Europe and Asia. Prefers rich, moist and well composted soils, in a shaded or part shaded position. Readily self sows. Pretty pink-purple flowers. Drought sensitive, moderately frost tolerant. Annual or biennial growing to 0.3m x 0.4m.