{"product_id":"alchemilla-mollis","title":"Alchemilla mollis","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlchemilla mollis (lady’s mantle) is a low, mounding perennial with soft, pleated leaves and airy sprays of yellow-green flowers in early summer. It’s one of the easiest ways to soften hard edges in a border - along paths, under roses and shrubs, or weaving between upright perennials - without looking fussy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is a set of 3 plants, which makes it simple to create a small drift from the start. Planted in a loose triangle, the mounds knit together into a gentle ribbon that reads as intentional edging. Three separate dots is a frequent cause of decline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical size:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 30 to 50 cm tall in flower, spreading into broad mounds over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e fresh foliage from spring, flower sprays in early summer, then a tidy green edge for the rest of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight and soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlchemilla mollis grows happily in full sun to partial shade. In hotter, drier spots, a little afternoon shade keeps foliage fresher. Soil is best when it holds moisture but drains freely; consistently wet ground can cause collapse, while very dry soil makes leaves look tired and shortens flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering and feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep moisture steady while establishing, then water mainly during prolonged dry spells. A compost top-dress is usually enough - rich feeding is rarely necessary and can make growth softer and more floppy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCutting back after flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the flower stems fade, cutting them back tidies the plant immediately and can trigger a fresh flush of leaves. If self-seeding is not wanted, trimming before seed ripens keeps it in check. In late autumn, the top growth dies back and the plant returns in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon quirks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn heat and drought the mounds can slump or develop scorched patches. In very still, humid corners, powdery mildew can show up late in the season - improving airflow and keeping the root zone evenly moist usually prevents it from becoming a recurring issue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloomique","offers":[{"title":"3 Plants","offer_id":61482593452362,"sku":"MM-MEC-0931","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/alchemilla-mollis-04.webp?v=1776358199","url":"https:\/\/foliage-factory.com\/products\/alchemilla-mollis","provider":"Foliage Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}