Lady’s Mantle – Alchemilla Mollis Seeds

Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla Mollis) is a charming perennial herb known for its soft, velvety, scalloped leaves that catch morning dew, creating a shimmering look in any garden. This low-growing, hardy plant produces delicate chartreuse-yellow blooms and serves beautifully as a border or ground cover. It thrives in cool climates and is easy to maintain, making it an excellent choice for both ornamental and herbal gardens.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Perennial herb

• Common Name: Lady’s Mantle

• Botanical Name: Alchemilla Mollis

• Growth Habit: Low, mounding, spreading ground cover

• Height: 12–18 inches tall

• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

• Flower Color: Soft yellow-green clusters

• Foliage: Velvety, scalloped leaves with a bright green tone

• Growing Season: Best grown in cool spring and early summer seasons

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 7–8: February–April

  • Zones 5–6: March–May

  • Zones 3–4: April–June

• Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun

• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil with good organic content

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not soggy

• Maintenance: Low maintenance; trim after flowering for a tidy look

• Uses: Border edging, ground cover, herbal gardens, dried floral arrangements