Lady's Mantle Elm like a front window

like a front window

with trailing stems that can reach about 3 to 5 feet over time

Shade Borders: Softens edges beneath taller trees

Its habit is upright to broadly pyramidal when young

Backyard vineyards in colder climates

Lady's Mantle Elm like a front windowLady's Mantle (Alchemilla mollis) Lady's Mantle is a hardworking perennial that makes borders look finished, even when other plants are between bloom cycles. The soft, scalloped leaves create a clean, mounded edge and catch raindrops and morning dew in a way that adds detail up close. In late spring into early summer, airy chartreuse flowers float above the foliage and blend easily with almost any color palette. It is a reliable choice for adding