Life Span
Annual or Biennial
Perennial
Origin
Asia, Europe, North Africa, North America
United States, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States
Types
Not Available
shadbush, wild plum
Number of Varieties
Not Available
Habitat
Shaded sites, Waste areas
Swamps, Thickets, Woods
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
4-9
Sunset Zone
21,22
2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6
Habit
Clump-Forming
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
Pink, Magenta, Rose
White
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Not Available
Red, Violet, Plum
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Light Green
Green, Gray Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Red, Green, Dark Red
Yellow, Red, Orange, Orange Red
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
Not Available
Leaf Shape
Arrowhead
Oval
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Very Fast
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Average
Average
Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Spring
Tolerances
Not Available
Not Available
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Not Available
Grafting, Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Keep ground moist, Requires regular watering
occasional watering once established
In Summer
Average Water
Drought Tolerant
In Spring
Average Water
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Less Watering
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Average
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves
No need to prune, Prune if you want to improve plant shape
Fertilizers
Not Available
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, Less fertilizing
Pests and Diseases
Downy mildew, Pest Free, Powdery mildew
Bacterial leaf spot, Beetles, Powdery mildew, Red blotch, Rust
Plant Tolerance
Shade areas
Drought, Heat And Humidity
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Fine
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Not Available
Birds, Deers, Hoverflies
Allergy
Not Available
no allergic reactions
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
Not Used For Aesthetic Purpose
Beauty Benefits
Good for skin, Reduce Bruises, Skin irritation
Improve skin condition, Not Available, Skin Problems
Environmental Uses
Insect Repellent
Agroforestry, Food for animals, Food for birds, No fertilizer, pesticides, or herbicides needed, soil stabilisation
Medicinal Uses
Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Diuretic, Gallbladder Diseases, Haemorrhages, Inflammation, Kidney problems, Kidney Stones, Liver problems, Sore throat, Strengthen gums, Swelling, Ulcers
Diarrhea, Gastrointestinal disorders, Menstrual Disorders
Part of Plant Used
Leaves, Root, Whole plant
Fruits
Other Uses
Can be made into a herbal tea, repels rabbits, deers and mosquitos, Used as a nutritious food item
Food for animals, Used As Food
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Bedding Plant, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Edible, Feature Plant, Foundation, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Mixed Border, Screening / Wind Break, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
GERANIUM robertianum
AMELANCHIER arborea
Common Name
Death-Comes-Quickly, Herb Robert, Dove's Foot, Crow's Foot, Storksbill, Red Robin
Common Serviceberry, Downy Serviceberry, Juneberry, Shadbush
In Hindi
जड़ी बूटी रॉबर्ट
Juneberry
In German
Kraut Robert
Felsenbirnen
In French
herbe à Robert
Amélanchier
In Spanish
hierba de San Roberto
Amelanchier
In Greek
βότανο Robert
Juneberry
In Portuguese
erva robert
Amelanchier
In Polish
herb robert
Świdośliwa
In Latin
Robertus herba
Amelanchier
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Geraniaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Geranium
Amelanchier
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Dicotyledonous
Tribe
Not Available
Not Available
Subfamily
Not Available
Malvoideae
Number of Species
Not Available
Season and Care of Herb Robert and Juneberry
Season and care of Herb Robert and Juneberry is important to know. While considering everything about Herb Robert and Juneberry Care, growing season is an essential factor. Herb Robert season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Juneberry season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Herb Robert is Loam, Sand and for Juneberry is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Herb Robert is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Juneberry is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Herb Robert and Juneberry Physical Information
Herb Robert and Juneberry physical information is very important for comparison. Herb Robert height is 25.40 cm and width 30.50 cm whereas Juneberry height is 610.00 cm and width 300.00 cm. The color specification of Herb Robert and Juneberry are as follows:
Herb Robert flower color: Pink, Magenta and Rose
Herb Robert leaf color: Green and Light Green
Juneberry flower color: White
- Juneberry leaf color: Green and Gray Green
Care of Herb Robert and Juneberry
Care of Herb Robert and Juneberry include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Herb Robert pruning is done Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead leaves and Juneberry pruning is done No need to prune and Prune if you want to improve plant shape. In summer Herb Robert needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Juneberry needs Drought Tolerant and in winter, it needs Less Watering.