Growing Angelica

Angelica archangelica : Apiaceae / the umbelliferae family

Jan F M A M J J A S O N Dec
            S S S S    
              T T T T  
                P P P  

(Best months for growing Angelica in Australia - sub-tropical regions)

  • S = Plant undercover in seed trays
  • T = Plant out (transplant) seedlings
  • P = Sow seed
  • Easy to grow. Sow in garden. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed. Best planted at soil temperatures between 10°C and 25°C. (Show °F/in)
  • Space plants: 45 cm apart
  • Harvest in approximately 18 months. Angelica archangelica has slightly dull leaves, not shiny..
  • Compatible with (can grow beside): Any herbs that like damp, shady areas - mint, lemon balm

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03 Nov 10, (Australia - cool/mountain climate)
I haven't found anywhere in AU, but there are a few seed companies in the UK which sell seed. Maybe you can import some?
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29 Sep 12, Jillian (Australia - temperate climate)
Angelica can be purchased in AUS from Diggers -
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