Angelica archangelica is a striking biennial herb that I absolutely love.
Tall, upright stems with bright green foliage, and fragrant flower heads that bloom in midsummer, add texture and interest to the garden.
This biennial plant completes its life cycle in two years. Once established, it will readily self-seed – without becoming invasive – and new plants will pop up come springtime.
Suitable for growers in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9, in cooler areas, it can take up to four years to mature and set seed.
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To get started, you can propagate angelica from fresh or dried seed, by planting transplants, or by dividing existing plants. Stem cuttings do not root successfully.
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Ways to Propagate Angelica
No matter which method you use, you will need to find a sunny site in your garden, and prepare a bed with rich, moist soil, mixing in some organic compost or manure.
Since this herb thrives in cooler climates, if you live in a hotter area, it is best to find a site with partial shade to protect it from getting too much direct sun during the heat of the day.
See our full guide for more detailed information about how to grow angelica.
Fresh Seed
If you happen to have access to an established plant, starting from fresh seed is certainly the best option.
In early fall, collect the fresh seeds from mature flower heads to sow in your garden. The easiest way to do this is to place a paper bag over the flower heads, allowing the seeds to collect inside the bag.
Once you have gathered the seeds, you can sow them immediately in your prepared bed.
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