Angelica Archangelica - Angelica

Characteristics: Large plant with broad, toothed leaves. In its second year, a spectacular flower

stem emerges and grows 6 feet high into a broad, umbrella-shaped cluster of white flowers.

Growing Information: Grow in moist, rich soil in light shade, or full sun in cool climates. Mulch

and irrigate if the weather gets hot and dry. Fertilize in spring and midsummer. To keep your

original plant growing for another year, cut off the flower stalk. If it goes to seed, the plant will

die but may self-seed.

Propagation: Let some seeds self-sow. Commercial seed may need pretreatment to germinate.

Sprinkle seed on moist growing mix and leave the pots outdoors from fall to spring; cold helps

them germinate better. Or put the seed in moist growing mix in the refrigerator for 6 weeks. Then

move to a warm, bright spot. Plant seedlings in the garden when they're small to minimize root

disturbance.

Possible Problems: Blast aphids with the garden hose or spray with insecticidal soap. In warm

climates, discourage rot by planting in well-drained soil and light shade. Can't take hot summers.

Harvesting and Using: Cut young licorice-flavored flower stems to slice and candy or use with

rhubarb in pie. Use angelica leaves and small sprigs in salads.

Related Herbs: Korean angelica (A. gigas) has red stems and flower buds, purplish foliage, and

white flowers. A wild species, A. atropurpurea, is common in parts of the northeastern United

States. It should never be eaten because it is easy to confuse its reddish stems with some very

toxic plants.

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