Alchemilla mollis 'Thriller'

Thriller Lady's Mantle

A more vigorous, larger-growing selection of Lady’s Mantle, valued for its extra-large, soft gray-green leaves and abundant sprays of chartreuse flowers. ‘Thriller’ makes a bold statement in borders while keeping the classic cottage-garden look.

Key features



Width: 24–36 in (2–3 ft)



Height: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft) (flower stems slightly taller)



Flower color: Chartreuse / yellow-green



Bloom time: Late spring to early summer



Foliage: Large, velvety, scalloped leaves with excellent texture



Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial; clump-forming



Growing conditions



Sun: Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade preferred in hot climates)



Soil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable to many soils



Water: Moderate; consistent moisture encourages lush growth



Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8



Landscape use



Front to middle of perennial borders



Mass plantings for foliage impact



Cottage and informal gardens



Excellent cut or dried flower filler



Notes



Generally deer and rabbit resistant



Shear after flowering to refresh foliage and maintain shape



Larger size makes it ideal where standard A. mollis feels too small

Plant type

Perennial

Height

12"

Width

12"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Summer

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Mass Planting

Shape

Spreading

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No