Angelica Herb Seed

Angelica is a striking herbaceous biennial (sometimes short lived perennial) that has been cultivated for centuries for its culinary, medicinal, and ornamental qualities.

 

In it's first year, it forms a rosette of large divided leaves. In the second year, it sends up tall hollow stems topped with huge domed umbels of greenish white flowers, which are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators.

 

The plant can reach 1.5 to 2 m in height, making it a dramatic feature in herb gardens, borders, or wild corners.

 

After flowering and setting seed, the plant usually dies, but it readily self seeds if allowed.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.5 grams

 

 

Sow February to May, or August to September for overwintering

Germination 21 to 28 days, often slow and erratic. Fresh seed germinates best

Soil and Position Moist fertile soil in sun or partial shade. Prefers cool damp conditions

Height/Spread 150 to 200 cm tall, 60 to 90 cm spread

Harvest Leaves and stems in first year, stems for candying in spring of second year, roots in autumn of second year

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds as soon as possible after purchase, as viability declines quickly. Sow thinly on the surface of moist compost and cover lightly. Keep cool and shaded until germination. Transplant seedlings into individual pots and grow on before planting out into their final position.

 

Grow and Maintenance

 

Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry spells. Mulch to conserve moisture. Remove flower heads if you wish to prolong the plant’s life beyond two years. Otherwise, allow to flower and self?seed for naturalised colonies. Protect young plants from slugs and snails.

 

Uses and Benefits

 

Culinary: Stems can be candied for confectionery, leaves flavour stewed fruits, roots and seeds used in liqueurs such as Chartreuse and gin

Medicinal: Traditionally valued for digestive and circulatory support (historic use only, not medical advice)

Ornamental: Tall architectural plant with domed umbels, excellent for pollinator gardens

Ecological: Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects

 

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