Glossy leaved Angelica
Id-Code: AA 501
Family: Apiaceae, Umbelliferae
Origin: Spain and Portugal
Special Features: Exceptional glossy foliage; surprisingly hardy mediterranean species
Colour: Thumb-sized, round buds open-up to gorgeous heads of white flowers
Natural Flowering Period: Juli - September
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z4-10
Growth Habit: Clumping
Foliage: Thick, glossy, green leaves which look like plastic oak leaves
Height with Flowers: 100 cm (40'')
Spacing between Plants: 75 cm (30'')
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils, pH 5.8 - 6.8
Location: Full sun to partial shade
Use: Plant together with Echinops 'Arctic Glow', Asclepias 'Iceballet' and Verbascum 'Violetta'
Specialities: A plant with intirgue!
Cultural Tips:
Grams per 1000 seeds: 9,091
Seeds per Gram: 110
Seeding Recommendation: 20 g / 1000 plants
Sowing Rate: 2-3 seeds per cell
Plug tray recommended size(s): 72s or open flats
Germination: These perennial seeds germinate very irregularly over a long period. Lower temperatures of less than +5°C [41°F] are very effective. Seed trays should not be discarded prematurely. Constant moisture must be maintained. Do not leave in direct sunlight.
Scheduling:
Best Sowing Dates: November - March
Sowing to Germination: 4 - 8 weeks
Germination to Transplant: 4 - 8 weeks
Transplanting to Salable Plant: 6 - 10 weeks
Cutting-Back at Transplanting: Not necessary
Growing On:
Container Size(s): 1-2 plugs per 11/12 cm (4 1/2''); 2-3 plugs per 15 cm (6'')
Vernalization: A prudent recommendation would be to provide 6-12 weeks at an average daily temperature of 40°F (5°C). Exposure to cold may not be necessary for flowering but might improve quality.
Forcing: This species is not a suitable candidate for forcing.
Fertilization: Medium (150-200 ppm)
