Life Span
Annual or Biennial
Perennial
Origin
Asia, Europe, North Africa, North America
China, Japan, Korea
Types
Geranium robertianum
Amanogawa , Shirotae , Shogetsu
Habitat
Shaded sites, Waste areas
Woodlands
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-9
6-8
Sunset Zone
21,22
2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Clump-Forming
Arching/Fountain-shaped
Flower Color
Pink, Magenta, Rose
Pink
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Light Green
Green, Plum
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Red, Green, Dark Red
Gold, Orange Red
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
-
Leaf Shape
Arrowhead
Pinnate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, 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
Soil Drainage
Average
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Early Spring
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
-
Grafting, Stem Cutting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
High
Watering Requirements
Keep ground moist, Requires regular watering
Keep the ground moist but not water-logged
In Summer
Average Water
Lots of watering
In Spring
Average Water
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun, Partial shade, Full Shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead leaves
prune to control shape, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
-
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, slow-release fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Downy mildew, Pest Free, Powdery mildew
Aphids, Bacterial leaf spot, Borers, Caterpillars, Scale insects, Spider mites
Plant Tolerance
Shade areas
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Double
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Fine
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
along a porch, deck or patio, Beautification, Cottage Garden, Wild gardens
Beauty Benefits
Good for skin, Reduce Bruises, Skin irritation
-
Environmental Uses
Insect Repellent
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Antioxidants, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Diuretic, Gallbladder Diseases, Haemorrhages, Inflammation, Kidney problems, Kidney Stones, Liver problems, Sore throat, Strengthen gums, Swelling, Ulcers
anti viral, Anti-oxidant
Part of Plant Used
Leaves, Root, Whole plant
Bark
Other Uses
Can be made into a herbal tea, repels rabbits, deers and mosquitos, Used as a nutritious food item
Grown for shade, Traditional medicine, Used for fragrance
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Bedding Plant, Mixed Border, Wildflower
Feature Plant, Shade Trees, Street Trees
Botanical Name
GERANIUM robertianum
PRUNUS serrulata 'Kwanzan'
Common Name
Death-Comes-Quickly, Herb Robert, Dove's Foot, Crow's Foot, Storksbill, Red Robin
Kwanzan Cherry
In Hindi
जड़ी बूटी रॉबर्ट
Kwanzan Cherry
In German
Kraut Robert
Kwanzan Cherry
In French
herbe à Robert
Kwanzan Cherry
In Spanish
hierba de San Roberto
Kwanzan Cherry
In Greek
βότανο Robert
Kwanzan Cherry
In Portuguese
erva robert
Árvore de cereja
In Polish
herb robert
Wiśnia drzewa
In Latin
Robertus herba
Kwanzan Cherry
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Angiosperms
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Geraniaceae
Rosaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Eudicots
Season and Care of Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry
Season and care of Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry is important to know. While considering everything about Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry Care, growing season is an essential factor. Herb Robert season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Kwanzan Cherry season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Herb Robert is Loam, Sand and for Kwanzan Cherry is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Herb Robert is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Kwanzan Cherry is Acidic, Neutral.
Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry Physical Information
Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry physical information is very important for comparison. Herb Robert height is 25.40 cm and width 30.50 cm whereas Kwanzan Cherry height is 460.00 cm and width 460.00 cm. The color specification of Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry are as follows:
Herb Robert flower color: Pink, Magenta and Rose
Herb Robert leaf color: Green and Light Green
Kwanzan Cherry flower color: Pink
- Kwanzan Cherry leaf color: Green and Plum
Care of Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry
Care of Herb Robert and Kwanzan Cherry include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Herb Robert pruning is done Cut or pinch the stems, Remove damaged leaves and Remove dead leaves and Kwanzan Cherry pruning is done prune to control shape, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Herb Robert needs Average Water and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Kwanzan Cherry needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.