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Angelica gigas (Korean angelica)
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1.2m
Max height
Max height
1.2m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Angelica gigas
Other names
Korean angelica, Purple angelica
Genus
Angelica Angelica
Species
A. gigas - A. gigas is a large short lived herbacous perennial with attractive divided foliage. In late summer to early autumn, it bears large rounded umbels of purple flowers on red-flushed, branching stems.
Angelica gigas is: Deciduous
Habit
Open stems, Spreading, Upright
Flower
Purple, Dark-red in Summer; Purple, Dark-red in Autumn
Foliage
Green in Summer; Green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Leaf-mining sawflies , Aphids , Slugs , Snails Leaf-mining sawflies , Aphids , Slugs , Snails
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning
The plants usually die after flowering and producing seeds. As a biennial, plants will naturally fade away after setting seed. For a continuing display, sow seeds in spring for flowers the following year.
Propagation
Light and heat are required for germination. Surface sow or lightly cover seeds with bottom heat between 10-16C. Transplant when seedlings are still small since older plants resent root disturbance.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Angelica gigas (Korean angelica) will reach a height of 1.2m and a spread of 1.2m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Drying, Flower Arranging, Wildflower
Cultivation
Grow in deep fertile soil, avoiding very hot or dry positions.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
Companion plants
This plant can hold its own against big bold plants such as hostas.
Botanical name
Angelica gigas
Other names
Korean angelica, Purple angelica
Genus
Angelica Angelica
Species
A. gigas - A. gigas is a large short lived herbacous perennial with attractive divided foliage. In late summer to early autumn, it bears large rounded umbels of purple flowers on red-flushed, branching stems.
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Open stems, Spreading, Upright
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Colour
Flower
Purple, Dark-red in Summer; Purple, Dark-red in Autumn
Foliage
Green in Summer; Green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Leaf-mining sawflies , Aphids , Slugs , Snails
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
The plants usually die after flowering and producing seeds. As a biennial, plants will naturally fade away after setting seed. For a continuing display, sow seeds in spring for flowers the following year.
Propagation
Light and heat are required for germination. Surface sow or lightly cover seeds with bottom heat between 10-16C. Transplant when seedlings are still small since older plants resent root disturbance.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Angelica gigas (Korean angelica) will reach a height of 1.2m and a spread of 1.2m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Drying, Flower Arranging, Wildflower
Cultivation
Grow in deep fertile soil, avoiding very hot or dry positions.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4
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Angelica gigas
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