Alchemilla mollis - Lady's Mantle
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No garden should be without this charming perennial! Ideal for groundcover or edging paths, it tolerates a range of adverse conditions including heavy clay and, once established, is drought tolerant. Large and prolific grey/green foliage topped by huge spreading heads of tiny star-like straw textured yellow flowers in multiple clusters. Supplied in a approx. 1.5-2 Litre containers.
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moist, humus-rich soil
Rate of Growth: fast-growing
Flowering period: June to September
Flowers: greenish-yellow
Other features: excellent cut flowers Hardiness: fully hardy
Garden care: Cut back the faded flower heads and foliage in August and the plant will often produce a second flush of flowers.
Eventual height: 60cm Eventual spread: 75cm