Clump-forming biennial or short-lived perennial with mid-green leaves. Attractive dense, purple bracted umbels of rich, dark purple flowers on dark red stems. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Angelica gigas
Clump-forming biennial or short-lived perennial with mid-green leaves. Attractive dense, purple bracted umbels of rich, dark purple flowers on dark red stems.
Additional information
| Generic | Angelica |
|---|---|
| Species | gigas |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Apiaceae/Umbelliferae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Culinary, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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