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Genus Angelica

Angelica Angelica pachycarpa Photo/Illustration: Michelle Gervais
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Angelicas are herbs and perennials from all over the Northern hemisphere; their natural habitat is moist meadows. In the garden, however, they are adaptable to various growing conditions and provide an imposing architectural presence due to their large leaves and clusters of white, green, or purple flowers on tall stems.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Striking flowers, large leaves, tall presence. Good as specimens in a woodland garden or border.
 Care: Prefers moist, fertile soil that is rich in organic matter in full or partial shade, but most will tolerate drier, sunnier conditions.
 Propagation: Grow from seed in a cold frame (do not cover seed). Transplant seedlings when small, as larger plants resent disturbance.
 Problems: Powdery mildew, leaf spots, aphids, snails, slugs, carrot rust fly larvae, leaf miners.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Angelica

Angelica gigas Angelica gigas
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This showstopper produces conspicuous, red-purple leaf sheaths with dense, purple domed flowerheads.
Angelica pachycarpa Angelica pachycarpa
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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Angelica is a striking ornamental biennial or short-lived perennial with jade green, glossy, bold leaves and large umbels of white flowers. It makes a unique statement in the garden.