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Angelica — Herbs | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Angelica
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

365days to harvest

14-21 daysdays to germinate

Z5–8USDA zones

Easydifficulty

Heirloom

Sowing

Cold stratify seeds indoors for 3-4 weeks or sow in fall for spring germination; transplant outdoors after last frost

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Regular, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate moisture retention
Spacing: 24-36 inches
Height: 3-6 feet
Season: Biennial

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Green with white or pale pink flowers
Shape: Large lobed leaves, thick hollow stems, flat-topped umbel flower clusters
Flavour: Sweet, aromatic flavor with subtle licorice and spice notes

In the kitchen

Herbal teas, candied stems, liqueurs and spirits, traditional medicine, garnish

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
3	April – May	June – July	—	July – October
4	March – April	June – July	—	July – October
5	March – April	May – June	—	June – October
6	March – April	May – June	—	June – November
7	February – March	April – June	—	June – November
8	February – March	April – May	—	May – December
9	January – February	March – April	—	April – December
10	January	February – April	—	April – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

TomatoesAngelica provides shade and wind protection, while deterring hornworms and other tomato pests

BrassicasAngelica attracts beneficial insects that prey on cabbage worms and aphids

ChivesBoth herbs complement each other and chives help repel aphids from angelica

ParsleySimilar growing conditions and both attract beneficial parasitic wasps

DillBoth are umbellifers that attract beneficial insects and support each other's growth

CarrotsAngelica's tall structure provides beneficial shade while both attract predatory insects

LettuceAngelica provides afternoon shade that lettuce needs in hot weather

RosesAngelica attracts beneficial insects that help control aphids and other rose pests

Avoid

FennelAllelopathic compounds inhibit angelica growth and both compete for similar nutrients

SageStrong aromatic oils can inhibit angelica seed germination and early growth

WormwoodProduces allelopathic substances that suppress angelica growth and development

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 23
Protein (g): 3.15
Fat (g): 0.64
Carbohydrate (g): 2.65
Fibre (g): 1.6
Sugars (g): 0.3
Vitamin A (µg): 264
Vitamin C (mg): 18
Vitamin E (mg): 0.8
Vitamin K (µg): 415
Vitamin B6 (mg): 0.155
Folate (µg): 68
Calcium (mg): 177
Iron (mg): 3.17
Magnesium (mg): 64
Phosphorus (mg): 56
Potassium (mg): 295
Zinc (mg): 0.81
Selenium (µg): 0.3

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the herbs growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Angelica

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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