
Little-robin
Geranium purpureum
Little-robin is an easygoing perennial that thrives in sun to partial shade with consistently moist, well-drained soil. Water every 7–10 days and avoid letting the roots dry out completely. It works well in rock gardens, borders, or naturalistic plantings and requires minimal intervention once established.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately, Keeping Soil Evenly Moist But Not Waterlogged
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Nov 13, 2022 by Uta Groger (cc-by-sa)
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