Overview
Alchemilla alpina L. is a matforming alpine rockery in the genus Alchemilla, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Alchemilla alpina L. grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
About
Alchemilla alpina L. (alpine lady's mantle) is a matforming alpine rockery plant belonging to the Rosaceae family. It is a deciduous species that grows to a height and spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for all aspects, including north, south, east, and west-facing positions. It tolerates both exposed and sheltered environments and prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils of various types and pH levels. Its season of interest is summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Alchemilla
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Alchemilla alpina L. size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Alchemilla alpina L.?
Alchemilla alpina L. prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Alchemilla alpina L. need?
Alchemilla alpina L. is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Alchemilla alpina L. grow?
Alchemilla alpina L. reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
More in the Alchemilla genus
- Alchemilla
- Alchemilla erythropodadwarf lady's mantle
- Alchemilla faeroensislady's mantle
- Alchemilla filicaulishairy lady's mantle
- Alchemilla mollislady's mantle
- Alchemilla mollis 'Robustica'lady's mantle 'Robustica'
- Alchemilla mollis 'Thriller'Lady's-mantle
- Alchemilla pectinata
