Angelica (Angelica archangelica)

1 well-established plant in a 1 Litre pot, sent in plastic-free packaging. A towering, architectural biennial of ancient lineage, revered for its aromatic stems, medicinal history, and its commanding presence in the sustainable landscape.

Biennial | 150/250cm tall | Full sun to partial shade | Culinary herb, medicinal | Deep taproot, high nectar producer

Angelica is a true titan of the herb garden, a statuesque plant that brings a sense of drama to any space. In its first year, it develops a lush mound of large, bright green, divided leaves; in its second year, it erupts into thick, hollow, purple-tinted stems topped with massive, globe-like umbels of lime-green flowers. Within a permaculture guild or a forest garden, Angelica serves as a critical “upper story” herbaceous layer. Its massive taproot acts as a dynamic accumulator.

 Angelica has a high yield of accessible nectar in its flower heads making it a magnetic hub for a vast diversity of beneficial insects, particularly predatory wasps, hoverflies, and lacewings. It thrives in damp, fertile soils and cool, semi-shaded positions, making it an ideal choice for stabilising pond edges or flourishing in the dappled light beneath a fruit tree canopy.

Every part of the plant is aromatic and useful. The young stems and leaf stalks are traditionally candied or used to add a bright, musky-sweet depth to rhubarb and gooseberry preserves, naturally reducing the need for added sugar. The seeds and roots are staples in botanical infusions.  As a short-lived perennial that readily self-seeds, allowing you to enjoy it in your garden for many years.

Delivery Information

All plants are carefully packed and sent in plastic-free packaging to protect both the plant and the environment. Plants are dispatched promptly so they arrive fresh, healthy, and ready to plant.

We ship orders using a tracked 24-hour delivery service, helping to minimise time in transit and reduce stress on the plant. Orders are packed by hand at the nursery, and we aim to dispatch early in the week to avoid delays over weekends.

If you have any questions about delivery timing or combining orders, please get in touch before ordering and we will be happy to help.

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