Alchemilla mollis
lady's mantle
No garden should be without this beautiful and useful perennial. It has attractively scalloped, bright green leaves, which catch water droplets...
This alchemists herb catches one single jewelled raindrop in every leaf and then exudes pearly tears along finely serrated edges long after the foam of lime-yellow flower has faded
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Alchemilla mollis:
While the plant is tolerant of drought once established, watering during particularly dry spells will promote more flowering. Lady’s mantle dies back to the ground in winter but will return with fresh growth in the spring.
This resilient perennial is generally pest-free and disease-resistant. If you wish to control self-seeding in more formal garden settings, deadhead the flowers after blooming. Dividing large clumps every few years in early spring keeps the plant healthy and prevents overcrowding.
Sowing instructions:
Please note:
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