Alchemilla plicatula
A clump-forming perennial about 15-30cm in height, the mid-green leaves densely silky-hairy beneath and distinctly folded along the midrib when young. Tiny yellowish-green flowers produced in sprays during summer
Synonyms
Alchemilla hoppeana misappliedAlchemilla asterophylla
see moreAlchemilla alpina misapplied
Alchemilla velebitica
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow Green | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Alchemilla are perennials with palmately lobed basal leaves and sprays of tiny, yellow or greenish flowers
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Adaptable to a range of conditions but grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in sun or part shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed in spring or by division in early spring or autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
- Ground cover
Pruning
Cut back in summer after flowering to encourage fresh new growth
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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