Alchemilla Anemone 'Molles'

Alchemilla Anemone

Common name: Lady’s Mantle

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft); forms a broad, mounding clump of foliage.



Height: 12–18 in (1–1.5 ft) (flower stems may rise slightly above).



Foliage: Soft, velvety, scalloped leaves that often collect dew like jewels after rain.



Flower color: Chartreuse / yellow-green sprays of tiny star-shaped flowers in late spring to early summer.



Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial (clump-forming; may self-seed).



Growing conditions



Sun: Full sun to part shade (prefers some shade in hot climates).



Soil: Well-drained, moist; tolerant of a range of soils.



Water: Moderate; consistent moisture encourages best growth.



Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8.



Landscape uses



Front of perennial borders or groundcover drifts



Cottage and informal gardens



Edging paths or beds



Cut or dried floral filler



Notes



Deer and rabbit resistance: Generally unattractive to browsing animals.



Self-seeding: Plants may spread if spent flowers are left on.



Foliage interest: Leaves provide season-long texture even after flowers fade. 

Plant type

Perennial

Height

20-25"

Width

20-25"

Hardiness zones

3–7

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

Yellow

Fall color

Yellow Green

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Shape

Spreading

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No