Alchemilla - Lady's Mantle

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ALCHEMILLA - LADY'S MANTLE / BACK TO PERENNIALS

Alchemilla erythropoda

6-8” chartreuse flowers in late spring. Smaller and greener leaves than A. mollis. Appreciates good drainage.

Zones 3-8

Alchemilla xanthochlora

Delightful, small, greenish yellow flowers bloom June-Sept. over rich green, fan-shaped leaves that are slightly serrated at the edges. Like most Alchemilla, its leaves are further enhanced when glistening dew collects at the edges. Grows 12" tall and 12" wide.

Zone 4-8