Product Description
Alchemilla mollis (30)ct Flat
Common Name: Lady's Mantle
Foliage is a soft grey-green and nearly round with deep lobes. Soft, velvety leaves are up to 6-inches across with serrated edges, giving a scalloped look. From late spring to early summer, masses of finely textured, star-shaped, yellow-green flowers are held in small clusters above the foliage. Fuzzy leaves of A. molliscatch tiny water droplets that will glimmer like tiny crystals. Use as filler in cut flower bouquets or dried for fall and winter arrangements. Clump-forming perennial spreads slowly by creeping rhizomes and seeds.
Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit 1993
Height: 15.0-18.0 Inches
Spread: 18.0-24.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7
Flower Color: Yellow Shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average Water Needs
Poor to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Late Spring - Early Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Deer and Rabbit Resistant
Seasonal Interest: Dried Seed Heads
Growth Rate: Medium
Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Dried Flower, Easy To Grow, Edging, Mass Planting
Embrace the Soft Touch and Delicate Beauty of Lady's Mantle!
Alchemilla mollis, commonly known as Lady's Mantle, is a beloved perennial cherished for its soft, velvety foliage and airy sprays of chartreuse flowers. This adaptable plant thrives in a variety of conditions, adding a touch of elegance and texture to borders, cottage gardens, or woodland settings.
Lady's Mantle is a clump-forming perennial that forms a basal mound of soft, velvety, light green leaves. The leaves are fan-shaped with scalloped edges, resembling a lady's cloak, hence the common name. In early summer, the plant produces an abundance of tiny chartreuse flowers that rise above the foliage in airy sprays. The flowers create a delicate, frothy effect, adding a touch of whimsy to the garden. Lady's Mantle is a reliable grower and requires minimal care, making it a favorite among gardeners of all levels.
- Mature Size: 12-18 inches tall, 18-24 inches wide
- Flower Color: Chartreuse
- Bloom Time: Early summer
- Foliage: Soft, velvety, light green, fan-shaped
- Growth Habit: Clump-forming, mounding
- Light Needs: Full sun to part shade (tolerates full shade)
- Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
- Hardiness Zones: 3-8 (USDA)
- Special Features: Attractive foliage, showy flowers, adaptable, low maintenance, deer and rabbit resistant
Planting:
- Timing: Plant in spring or fall for best results.
- Location: Lady's Mantle is adaptable to various light conditions, from full sun to full shade. However, it prefers partial shade, especially in hot climates.
- Soil Preparation: Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage and fertility.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for adequate growth.
- Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and regularly until it is established.
Care:
- Watering: Lady's Mantle prefers consistently moist soil but can tolerate some dryness once established. Water regularly during dry periods.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth and flowering.
- Deadheading: Remove spent flower stalks to tidy the plant's appearance and prevent self-seeding, if desired.
- Dividing: Divide clumps every 3-4 years in spring or fall to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding.
- Pest and Disease Control: Lady's Mantle is generally pest and disease resistant.
Uses in the Garden:
- Borders and Edging: Adds a soft and delicate touch to borders and edges along pathways or flower beds.
- Cottage Gardens: Its charming appearance makes it a perfect fit for cottage gardens.
- Woodland Gardens: Thrives in woodland settings, complementing other shade-loving plants.
- Groundcover: Can be used as a groundcover in shady areas.
- Containers: Can be grown in containers, adding a touch of elegance to patios and balconies.
- Cut Flowers: The flowers and foliage can be used in fresh or dried arrangements.
Embrace the soft touch and delicate beauty of Alchemilla mollis in your garden!
Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
