Lady's Mantle
Alchemilla mollis
Also known as
Alchemilla Grandiflora Hort., Garden Lady's-Mantle
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Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H7
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 50cm |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
2 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Lady's Mantle Overview
Alchemilla mollis is a herbaceous perennial also known commonly as Lady's Mantle. A low maintenance, spreading, plant that has pretty, light green foliage, makes it a great ground cover species. Leaves are softly hairy and they have scalloped and toothed edges. Flowers appear in the summer. They form a haze of tiny yellow blooms which grow in sprays above the foliage. Lady's Mantle is a good choice for a range of light levels - it can grow in full sun to full shade, making it a useful plant for areas where other plants struggle. Water droplets/beads remain on the leaves after rain, trapped by the hairs. These were once believed to be the purest form of water and used by alchemists in their quest to turn base metal into gold!
How to harvest Lady's Mantle
Seeds can be collected in late summer/early autumn.
How to propagate Lady's Mantle
Division
In late summer/early autumn.
Seed
Press into soil and lightly cover. Germination usually occurs within 4-5 weeks, at 15-20° C. If not, put container inside a zip-lock bag with plenty of air and refrigerate for 4 weeks. Return to15-20° C. to germinate.
Special features of Lady's Mantle
Ground cover
Attractive leaves
Attracts butterflies
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Lady's Mantle
A mound-forming habit makes this plant great for under-planting either in tubs/containers or on banks & slopes. It works as edging in flower borders/beds as well as wildflower meadows, woodland settings or cottage style gardens. The flowers can be used for flower arrangements.
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These beautiful, spreading plants will quickly cover exposed or problem areas.
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