When to Plant Angelica in Danville City, VA
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.
Danville City, Virginia is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 199 days.
At an elevation of 970 feet, Danville City receives approximately 52.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 92°F, providing good warmth for Angelica during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Angelica root diseases.
Danville City Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.6-7.1
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Angelica Planting Timeline — Danville City, VA
Angelica Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 6 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Direct Sow | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 20 |
| Fall Sowing | August 20 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
Days to Maturity
365–730 days
Soil pH
5.5 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 7a
Growing Season
199 days
Growing Tips for Danville City
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.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Angelica in Danville City, VA?
Danville City is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Angelica planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Danville City, VA?
Danville City, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 29.
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