Height:

15.0-18.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0-24.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7

Flower Color:

Yellow/Gold Shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Spring Early Summer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies Bee Friendly

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Seasonal Interest:

Dried Seed Heads

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Dried Flower Easy To Grow Edging Mass Planting

Origin:

Not Native to North America

A. mollis will grow in nearly any moist, shady area that is well-drained. In the cooler summers of northern zones, they will grow in full sun if kept consistantly moist. In the south, they must be sheltered from the harsh afternoon sun and should be planted in fertile, moist soil. Bloom time may be reduced in hot climates. In the north, favorable conditions allow this plant to self-seed freely, with new plantlets popping up all around the original clump. They are easily lifted if they appear where they are not wanted. Because of the hairy foliage which traps water easily, it does not do well in areas where short, heavy downpours are immediately followed by hot, humid afternoons. These conditions encourage foliar diseases which may be cleared up by use of a fungicide.

Growing Temperature:

55-65° F

Holding Temperature:

40-50° F

Soil PH:

5.8-6.5

EC (What is EC?):

2.0-3.0 pour through method

Fertility:

After new leaves emerge use a water-soluble fertilizer, solutions of 50-100 ppm at each watering.

For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.

Vernalization:

Provide 6-9 weeks of temperatures below 40° F.

Pests & Diseases:

There are normally no major problems, especially in northern areas. In climates with hot nights, fungal problems may result when rain or irrigation water collects in the depression of the leaves and tight crowns. A fungicide program may be necessary in these areas.

Moisture:

For potting soil use commercial planting media.
During active growth keep the soil consistently moist.
Allow plants to dry thoroughly between waterings, increase watering as the foliage emerges.

Planting Level:

Plant plug at or slightly below soil level.

Lighting:

Day Neutral

Awards

Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit -- 1993

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