Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Alchemilla

Species:

Alchemilla arvensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, jul

Bloom Colors:

greenish-yellow, yellow

Native Range

United States: California, Delaware, Idaho, New Jersey, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Washington, Canada: British Columbia, Nova Scotia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in open, disturbed habitats