Angelica Planting Guide
Angelica is a dramatic biennial herb that can reach 6 feet tall with large compound leaves and globe-shaped flower clusters. All parts are edible with a sweet, celery-like flavor.
Angelica archangelica · Herb · Apiaceae family · 365–730 days to maturity
Where Can You Grow Angelica?
Angelica Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Angelica planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3a | Apr 3 | May 8 | May 8 | — |
| Zone 3b | Mar 29 | May 3 | May 3 | — |
| Zone 4a | Mar 25 | Apr 29 | Apr 29 | — |
| Zone 4b | Mar 20 | Apr 24 | Apr 24 | — |
| Zone 5a | Mar 21 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — |
| Zone 5b | Mar 14 | Apr 4 | Apr 11 | — |
| Zone 6a | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 3 | — |
| Zone 6b | Feb 27 | Mar 20 | Mar 27 | — |
| Zone 7a | Feb 18 | Mar 11 | Mar 18 | — |
| Zone 7b | Feb 11 | Mar 4 | Mar 11 | — |
| Zone 8a | Feb 1 | Feb 22 | Mar 1 | — |
| Zone 8b | Jan 21 | Feb 11 | Feb 18 | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
Soil pH
5.5 – 7
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3a – 8b
Growing Tips
Sow fresh seeds in fall for spring germination. Provide rich, moist soil and partial shade. Harvest stems in the second year before flowering for candying or flavoring.
Saving Angelica Seeds
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Angelica by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Angelica?
Angelica (Angelica archangelica) takes 365 to 730 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Angelica grow in?
Angelica can be grown in USDA zones 3a through 8b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Angelica need?
Growing Angelica requires Partial Shade (3-6 hours), High — keep soil consistently moist, and soil pH of 5.5 to 7.