<i>Alchemilla mollis</i> | Lady's Mantle
DESCRIPTION
Alchemilla mollis, commonly known as lady's mantle, is a lovely perennial admired for its soft, velvety, scalloped leaves and delicate, chartreuse flowers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it produces frothy clusters of tiny, star-shaped, yellow-green flowers that float above the foliage. The leaves are especially notable for their ability to catch and hold dewdrops, which adds a shimmering effect in the morning light.
Native to the cool, temperate regions of Eastern Europe, Alchemilla mollis is beloved for its versatility and informal beauty. It is often used in cottage gardens, borders, and as a ground cover, where its subtle flowers and attractive foliage provide texture and contrast, softening the edges of pathways or mixed plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Alchemilla mollis, commonly known as lady's mantle, is a lovely perennial admired for its soft, velvety, scalloped leaves and delicate, chartreuse flowers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it produces frothy clusters of tiny, star-shaped, yellow-green flowers that float above the foliage. The leaves are especially notable for their ability to catch and hold dewdrops, which adds a shimmering effect in the morning light.
Native to the cool, temperate regions of Eastern Europe, Alchemilla mollis is beloved for its versatility and informal beauty. It is often used in cottage gardens, borders, and as a ground cover, where its subtle flowers and attractive foliage provide texture and contrast, softening the edges of pathways or mixed plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Alchemilla mollis, commonly known as lady's mantle, is a lovely perennial admired for its soft, velvety, scalloped leaves and delicate, chartreuse flowers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it produces frothy clusters of tiny, star-shaped, yellow-green flowers that float above the foliage. The leaves are especially notable for their ability to catch and hold dewdrops, which adds a shimmering effect in the morning light.
Native to the cool, temperate regions of Eastern Europe, Alchemilla mollis is beloved for its versatility and informal beauty. It is often used in cottage gardens, borders, and as a ground cover, where its subtle flowers and attractive foliage provide texture and contrast, softening the edges of pathways or mixed plantings.
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Family: Rosaceae
Height: 1 to 2 feet
Width: 1 to 2 feet
Foliage color: Soft, velvety green with scalloped edges
Flower color: Chartreuse to yellow-green
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; cut back after flowering to promote fresh growth
Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterfliesThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
