Angelica sylvestris 'Vicar's Mead'
wild angelica
- 9cm pot
- £13.99
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- 3 × 9cm pots
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- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: August to september
- Hardiness: fully hardy (but short-lived)
This striking biennial or short-lived perennial commands attention with its robust, upright form and distinctive foliage. Angelica sylvestris 'Vicar's Mead' features attractively divided bronze-purple leaves that provide a dramatic backdrop for its floral display.
In late summer through autumn, thick, ribbed stems rise above the foliage, bearing rounded umbels of pale pink flowers that gracefully fade as they age. Thriving in moisture-retentive soils and partial shade, this cultivar excels at providing vertical interest in large herbaceous borders or woodland garden settings.
Its preference for moist conditions makes this cultivated form of wild angelica an excellent choice for outer pond margins or areas with consistent soil moisture, where it can reach its full potential as a statuesque and eye-catching specimen.
In late summer through autumn, thick, ribbed stems rise above the foliage, bearing rounded umbels of pale pink flowers that gracefully fade as they age. Thriving in moisture-retentive soils and partial shade, this cultivar excels at providing vertical interest in large herbaceous borders or woodland garden settings.
Its preference for moist conditions makes this cultivated form of wild angelica an excellent choice for outer pond margins or areas with consistent soil moisture, where it can reach its full potential as a statuesque and eye-catching specimen.
Angelica thrives in moist but well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it versatile for different garden settings.
When planting, ensure the soil is enriched with organic matter to retain moisture and provide nutrients.
To control its spread, remove seed heads before they fully ripen to prevent self-seeding. After flowering, cut down the stems in autumn to tidy up the plant, or leave them over winter for added structure in the garden, removing them in early spring to make way for new growth.
Regular watering is essential, especially in dry periods, to maintain its lush appearance.
When planting, ensure the soil is enriched with organic matter to retain moisture and provide nutrients.
To control its spread, remove seed heads before they fully ripen to prevent self-seeding. After flowering, cut down the stems in autumn to tidy up the plant, or leave them over winter for added structure in the garden, removing them in early spring to make way for new growth.
Regular watering is essential, especially in dry periods, to maintain its lush appearance.
