Species Woodland Angelica
white flowers with yellow-green petioles, green foliage and brown stems

Woodland Angelica

Angelica sylvestris

Also Known As - Wild Angelica
Woodland Angelica (Angelica sylvestris) is a perennial plant native to wooded areas in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It has tall, hollow stems, lantern-shaped green-purple flowers, and compound leaves. This plant is typically found in and around damp wooded areas, spreading through root runners. Its bloom lasts for a long time and varies from June to August. The taste of the leaves and stems is like angelica root, hence its name. Its scent is strong and can be used to make fragrant oils and perfumes. Woodland Angelica is a beneficial companion to many wildflowers, helping to create an attractive habitat in which wildlife can thrive.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Purple|White/Cream Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part sun/part shade

Soil:

Clay, Sand, Loam

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

watering

Woodland Angelica should be watered once a week, providing as much water as necessary to keep the soil consistently moist. Water should be applied to the soil, rather than directly to the leaves, to prevent fungal problems. Water should be adequate to moisten the entire root zone, which is generally 6-8 inches deep for this species.

sunlight

Woodland Angelica (Angelica sylvestris) requires 6-7 hours of direct sunlight a day. For optimal growth, it should be placed in a spot with full sun in the morning, and partial shade in the afternoon. This will help protect the plant from the intense heat of the summer months, and help keep it from drying out and wilting. When the sun is at its strongest, the plant will benefit from having indirect light or some kind of protection from direct sun.

pruning

Remove the spent flowers as they die back will also help create a more unified appearance. To do this, simply pinch the stem of the spent bloom at its base where it meets the rest of the stem. For larger clumps of Woodland Angelica, selective pruning is recommended. This involves selectively removing the taller, thicker stems to let more light reach the interior of the plant. Additionally, cutting back the entire clump to 1-third of its size during the growing season will also help to produce a healthier, bushier habit. This will also encourage new growth and an extended blooming period. Proper pruning of Woodland Angelica can help keep it looking beautiful and healthy all year round.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Jun
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Aug
Starts Flowering

Woodland Angelica typically starts flowering in June.