Alchemilla Mollis Seeds
Garden Lady's-mantle
Soft, wavy leaf foliage with acid-green flowers.
Alchemilla Mollis, also known as Lady's Mantle, blossoms into a mesmerising display that enhances your garden's charm while also serving as a distinct addition to floral designs. Ideally suited for garden borders, it doubles as an impeccable ground cover in those cosy, shaded nooks. Given its tenacity, it's unsurprising that this beauty flourishes across the British Isles.
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- Soft green scalloped leaves that hold dews of water
- Great for cut flower foliage
- Grows in most light conditions
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About Lady's Mantle
Alchemilla mollis, also known as garden lady's-mantle, belongs to the family Rosaceae and is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southern Europe, renowned worldwide as a decorative garden plant. With its soft, wavy foliage and clusters of acid-green flowers, it brings a unique charm to gardens, evoking a magical ambience. The vibrant blooms are not only a visual delight but also a magnet for pollinators, enriching the garden ecosystem. When planted in borders or used as ground cover, it presents an architectural elegance to shaded nooks. This resilient beauty, with its ornamental appeal, is a favorite amongst gardeners seeking to add a touch of enchantment to their green spaces. To maintain its upright growth, providing support with twiggy stems is beneficial.
In The Records
Once linked to the goddess Freya, the plant was used in fertility rituals and for protection. It’s also deeply rooted in fairy lore. Legend has it that fairies cherish its sacred dew, collecting and savouring it as a potent magical elixir.
Features | Perfect for pots, garden borders, ornamental floristry and shade tolerant. |
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Locations | Window box, balconies, containers and garden beds |
Effort Level | Looks after itself |
Botanical Name | Alchemilla Mollis |
Other Names | Lady's Mantle |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Pot Size | 40 cm |
Pet/Baby Safe | Non-toxic |
Number of Seeds | 100 |
Sowing Tips | Sow seeds thinly in warm, damp well drained soil lightly covered and keep on a sunny windowsill. |
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