Alchemilla mollis, 'Robustica'

Germination

Sow indoors. Sow 3mm deep into moist, well-drained seed compost. Propagate or seal in a polythene bag. Ideal temp. 18-22°C for 2-4 weeks. Germination takes 21-30 days. If germination does not occur cold stratify. Move to -4°C for 4-6 weeks then move to 5-12°C for germination. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle to 8cm pots and grow on at cooler Temperatures. Acclimatise and plant out once danger of frost has passed.

Growing

Will tolerate any moist soil in full or partial sun.

Cultivation

Will self-seed freely. Deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings.