Alchemilla glomerulans
Care, watering, light and tips for Alchemilla glomerulans on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Rosaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–30 °C
About Alchemilla glomerulans
Alchemilla glomerulans, commonly known as lady's mantle, is a herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Rosaceae family. It is characterized by its grey-green, lobed leaves that beautifully retain dew drops like pearls, and its small, yellowish-green flowers clustered in inflorescences. It is ideal for garden borders, rockeries, or as ground cover in moist, shady locations.
Native range
Central and Northern Europe, and parts of North America.
Care tips
It prefers a location with partial or full shade, avoiding direct strong afternoon sun exposure. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate consistently moist but well-drained, especially during dry periods. Use a substrate rich in organic matter and with good drainage. A common mistake is allowing the soil to dry out completely, which can cause the leaves to wilt and the plant to decline.
How to save a dying Alchemilla glomerulans
- Warning signs
- Wilting or yellowing leaves, dry edges. Plant looks limp and lacks vigor.
- First aid
- Move to partial shade, water if soil is dry. Maintain ambient humidity.
- What kills it
- Excessive direct sun and lack of humidity. Does not tolerate dryness or intense heat.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not rotted and main stem is not completely soft.