Alchemilla mollis 'Thriller'
Lady's Mantle
Photo courtesy of Walters gardens
- Hardy, mounding perennial
- Unique gray-green foliage
- Chartreuse, star shaped flower clusters
- Blooms in late spring
Border or Bed
Ground Cover
Mass Planting
Full Shade
Partial Sun
Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Thrives in full-part shade. Adaptable to most soil types including, clay conditions. Prefers moist conditions but with consistent watering can adapt as they are quite tolerant of drought when established due to their deep root system. Prune old leaves in the spring to promote fresh growth. Remove spent flowers to prevent self seeding if you do not want it to naturalize.
Height: 12-24 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Spacing: 10 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Chartreuse
Zone: 3-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Ground Cover
- Border or Bed
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Alchemilla
Common Name: Lady's Mantle
Soft, gray-green foliage with scalloped edges. Star-shaped yellowish flowers are in loose, airy clusters. Blooms late spring-summer. Often used for groundcover, filler plant or edging plant.