Wild Angelica
Angelica sylvestris
Also known as Woodland Angelica
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A tall herbaceous perennial with feathery divided foliage and delicate umbels of small white or pinkish flowers. It thrives in moist, shaded woodland gardens and stream margins.
Why grow it
Wild angelica serves as a reliable native perennial for damp woodland gardens where many ornamentals struggle, offering architectural foliage and delicate flower clusters that attract pollinators. Compared to garden angelica (Angelica archangelica), the wild species is better adapted to consistently moist, partially shaded conditions and requires no staking. It self-seeds readily in suitable sites, reducing maintenance compared to more finicky moisture-loving perennials.
Watch out for
Wild angelica self-seeds readily and may spread more vigorously than desired in ideal conditions, so deadheading spent flower heads can help manage populations. The plant prefers consistently moist soil and may struggle or decline in dry periods, requiring supplemental watering during drought. It takes two years to establish a strong root system before flowering, so patience is needed in the first season.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Apiaceae
Native Range
Europe and Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A tall herbaceous perennial with feathery divided foliage and delicate umbels of small white or pinkish flowers. It thrives in moist, shaded woodland gardens and stream margins.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Wild Angelica grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Wild angelica serves as a reliable native perennial for damp woodland gardens where many ornamentals struggle, offering architectural foliage and delicate flower clusters that attract pollinators. Compared to garden angelica (Angelica archangelica), the wild species is better adapted to consistently moist, partially shaded conditions and requires no staking. It self-seeds readily in suitable sites, reducing maintenance compared to more finicky moisture-loving perennials.
Watch out for
Wild angelica self-seeds readily and may spread more vigorously than desired in ideal conditions, so deadheading spent flower heads can help manage populations. The plant prefers consistently moist soil and may struggle or decline in dry periods, requiring supplemental watering during drought. It takes two years to establish a strong root system before flowering, so patience is needed in the first season.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Apiaceae
Native Range
Europe and Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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