Alchemilla mollis 'Auslese'
Common: lady's-mantleAlchemilla mollis 'Auslese' - 72 per flat
- Height: 12"-16"
- Spread: 20"
- Spacing: 12"
- Hardiness Zone(s): 3-8
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Plant Details
Green to bright chartreuse flowers appear in clusters above scalloped, grey-green foliage from late spring through summer. Robust and vigorous, Alchemilla mollis 'Auslese' prefers full sun to part shade and has a wonderfully uniform habit.
Characteristics & Attributes
Exposure
- Full Sun
- Part Sun
Soil Moisture Needs
- Average
- Dry
Green Infrastructure
- Green Roof
Plug Type
- Horticultural Plug
For Animals
- Deer Resistant
Attributes
- Evergreen
- Ornamental Foliage
- Cut Flower
Season of Interest (Flowering)
- Late Spring / Early Summer
- Summer
Propagation Type
- Seed cultivar
Care & Maintenance
Lady's mantle grows most easily in a cool and moist summer climate. In this area, full sun is acceptable as is partial shade. In climates which are hot and/or dry, the soil must be moist, fertile, and located in partial shade. The period of flowering will be reduced in hot climates. Easily propagated by seed or division in early spring or fall.
Interesting Notes
An almost perfect plant in combination with a variety of colors. The leaves and flowers can be used in flower arrangements.
Alchemilla mollis 'Auslese' is synonymous with 'Select' and 'Robustica'.