Alchemilla can grow in full sun or partial shade but may not flower as vigorously in full sun. It is tolerant of different soil types as long as the soil is well-draining, and prefers moist, neutral to slightly acidic soil. Alchemilla is relatively drought tolerant once established but may brown in full sun without water. It can be pruned back to the ground if the foliage looks worn due to dry weather.

1. How to Grow
Alchemilla in a
Landscaped
Garden
Alchemilla does wonders in any aspect
and position with full sunlight or
partial shade. It may not be as
vigorous or flowering in such a
manner, but it does tolerate shady
spots.
Light Requirements
Watering
Soil Conditions
Pruning
Alchemilla is relatively tolerant to dry
weather once it establishes a root
network, though, on the hottest days of
early to mid-summer, the flowers and
leaves may turn brown if left in the full
sun without water for long.
The plant is not fussy regarding soil
types, and it tolerates most conditions,
from heavy clay to free-draining sand,
but it won’t grow well in boggy
conditions. Moist but well-drained loam
is the ideal choice, with a neutral to
slightly acidic soil of about 6.0 to 7.0,
and Alchemilla will grow quite well.
Depending on the time of the year,
fresh new foliage can appear in the
following early spring if it’s too late. In
sheltered conditions, the foliage will
look good for most of the year, but if the
plants start to look worn due to dry
weather or changing conditions, they
may need to be cut down to the ground.
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