Alchemilla acutiloba

Lady's mantle

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Taxonomy

Common Names

Lady's mantle

Context

nativeRegion

Endemic to Eastern Europe, especially the Balkans.

usdaZones

Hardy in zones 4-7.

companionPlants

Geranium, Heuchera, Astilbe

culturalUses

Traditionally used in folk medicine for its astringent properties; valued as an ornamental in gardens for foliage and groundcover.

Care

LightPrefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates.

WateringModerate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

SoilWell-drained, humus-rich soil; tolerates a range of soil types.

FertilizerFeed with a balanced fertilizer in spring if soil is poor.

HumidityAverage outdoor humidity; tolerates a range of conditions.

TemperatureHardy to cold; tolerates frost and cool summers.

HabitClump-forming perennial with basal, lobed leaves and small, chartreuse flowers.

Mature SizeTypically 20-40 cm in height and spread.

Growth RateModerate growth rate.

BloomingBlooms from late spring to midsummer.

DormancyDeciduous in winter in colder climates.

MethodsSeed, Division

DifficultyEasy to moderate; division is the most reliable.

Best SeasonSpring or early autumn for division; spring for sowing seed.

PruningRemove spent flower stalks and dead leaves to promote fresh growth.

RepottingSeldom needed outdoors; divide clumps every few years if crowded.

Pests & DiseasesGenerally pest-free; occasional mildew or rust in humid, overcrowded conditions.

ToxicityNot known to be toxic to humans or pets.

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