Lady's mantle (Alchemilla mollis)
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Genus:
Alchemilla
This plant has lobed, densely hairy, chartreuse foliage that is crimped at the edges. Soft, frothy, yellow-green foliage hovers above the plant from early summer through autumn.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
The soft leaves form depressions which capture morning dew or rain.
Care:
Provide full sun to part shade and average moisture. Cut back hard after flowers brown to produce a second flush of growth and blooms.
Propagation:
Sow seed in containers in spring. Divide in early spring or autumn.
Problems:
Slugs and snails may damage foliage
Overview
Height
1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread
1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit
Clumps
Growth Pace
Moderate Grower
Light
Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture
Medium Moisture
Maintenance
Moderate
Characteristics
Self Seeds,
Showy Flowers,
Showy Foliage
Bloom Time
Fall,
Summer
Flower Color
Green,
Yellow
Uses
Beds and Borders,
Cut Flower,
Ground Covers,
Waterside
Style
Cottage Garden,
Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest
Spring Interest
Type
Perennials