Heron's bill (Erodium Reichardii) is one of the most popular ground cover plants in the garden. The perennial is undemanding and absolutely easy to care for. It can even be grown easily in a bucket. You don't have to worry about much when planting. Tips for planting correctly.
How to plant heron's beak in the garden?
Heron's beak should be planted in a bright location, ideally in moving shade. The planting time is in spring, with well-drained, calcareous garden soil. A distance of 5 centimeters is ideal and about 25 plants per square meter will fit.
What does the ideal location for heron's beak look like?
The location should be as bright as possible. The plant can even tolerate direct sun if the soil is sufficiently moist.
It is ideal if you plant heron's beak in the moving shade, for example:
- in front of a wall
- on the house wall
- next to bushes and bushes
Popular locations include rock gardens and the edges of paths and flower beds.
What does the plant substrate have to be like?
Normal garden soil is sufficient. However, it must be well permeable so that waterlogging cannot occur under any circumstances. Heron's beak needs calcareous substrate. If necessary, lime the soil before planting.
When is the best time to plant?
The best time to plant is spring. Then the plant has enough time to form roots and achieve good winter hardiness.
What planting distance is ideal?
Heron's beak is a very delicate plant. A planting distance of five centimeters is sufficient. You can put around 25 plants per square meter.
When does heron's beak bloom?
Heron's beak is a very perennial flowering plant. The flowering period begins in April, sometimes as early as March in favorable locations. New light red to purple small flowers appear until September and October.
How is heron's beak propagated?
Propagation occurs by dividing the perennial. To do this, dig up the heron's beak and pierce it in the middle with a sharp spade. Then plant the parts again.
Does heron's beak get along with other plants?
Heron's beak is absolutely easy to care for. It gets along with other plants and can even be planted in the middle of the lawn.
Is heron's beak hardy?
Yes, the perennial is hardy. Since it has shallow roots and only has very superficial roots, winter protection made of garden fleece or brushwood makes sense in rough locations to protect it from drying out due to cold winds. When it snows, the snow should not be cleared away.
Tip
Heron's bill belongs to the stork's bill family. It owes its name to the shape of the fruits that arise from the pink or purple flowers.
