Species Waxy Lady's Mantle
lime foliage with yellow flowers and green stems

Waxy Lady's Mantle

Alchemilla glaucescens

Waxy Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla glaucescens) can add an elegant touch to any landscape. Its round, silvery-blue and waxy leaves make it a standout among low-lying perennials. It grows in clusters of upright stems and can range in height from 8 to 15 inches tall. In late spring, flowers will appear in shades of yellow and resemble bright stars. It prefers shady environments, making it perfect for woodland gardens. It's easy to care for, as once established, it only needs occasional watering during dry spells. With its attractive and eye-catching leaves, Waxy Lady's Mantle is a great choice for any garden.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Waxy Lady's Mantle should be watered once every 5-7 days, depending on the soil moisture. During the growth season (spring and summer), it is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Water at the base of the plant, rather than directly onto the leaves to avoid leaf rot. During the dormant season(fall and winter) it is okay to reduce the watering to every 2-3 weeks and allow the soil to dry out slightly.

sunlight

Waxy Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla glaucescens) is a perennial flowering plant that grows best in full to partial sun. This means that it requires 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day, preferably in the morning or early afternoon. When given enough sunlight, it will flourish and produce beautiful yellow flowers. If placed in an area that receives too little sunlight, the plant will have stunted growth and fewer flowers. Additionally, the leaves may become scorched or pale in appearance, which is a sign of too much sunlight. To ensure that this plant grows well and produces plenty of flowers, ensure that it receives the ideal amount of sunlight each day.

pruning

Waxy Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla glaucescens) is a semi-evergreen perennial producing mounds of foliage in the shape of silvery green rosettes. This species should be pruned in early spring, before new growth begins. Pruning should be done by cutting back all of the stems to 6-8 inches above the ground. This will encourage a new flush of growth and help keep the plant in a neat, rounded shape. In addition, dead or damaged stems should be removed completely to help encourage healthy new growth.