Alpine lady's mantle (Alchemilla alpina)
Synonyms:
A. conjuncta
Genus:
Alchemilla
About a third the size of the more well known
A. mollis ,
A. alpina has delicate leaves edged in brilliant silver.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
Self seeds, but not excessively so.
Care:
Grow in full sun to part shade and average, alkaline soil. Cut back in early spring to clean up. Can be cut back after flowering to encourage second flush of flowers.
Propagation:
Sow seeds in containers in spring. Divide spring or autumn.
Problems:
Slugs and snails may damage leaves.
Overview
Height
6 in. to 12 in.
Spread
6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit
Clumps
Light
Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture
Medium Moisture
Maintenance
Low
Bloom Time
Early Summer,
Late Spring,
Spring,
Summer
Flower Color
Yellow
Uses
Beds and Borders
Style
Cottage Garden,
Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest
Spring Interest
Type
Perennials