Angelica Pachycarpa 17cm Pot
Common Name: Shiny-leaved Angelica, Portuguese Angelica
Angelica pachycarpa is a striking ornamental herbaceous perennial valued for its glossy dark green foliage, stout upright stems and large, flat clusters of creamy-white to greenish-white flowers. It has a strong architectural appearance and is particularly attractive in coastal, Mediterranean and naturalistic gardens. Native to coastal areas of north-western Spain and Portugal, it can reach approximately 1–1.5 m in height and is especially useful where bold foliage and unusual flowering structure are desired.
Indigenous: No – native to north-western Spain and western Portugal Growth Habit: Clump-forming, fleshy, short-lived perennial with stout upright stems Foliage: Glossy dark green, strongly divided pinnate leaves with an attractive architectural appearance Flowers: Large flat-topped umbels, approximately 10–20 cm wide, carrying numerous creamy-white to greenish-white flowers in summer Position: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Moderate; prefers moist but well-drained soil, particularly while establishing Soil: Well-drained fertile soil; adaptable to sand, loam and clay provided drainage is good Wildlife: Flowers provide nectar and attract bees, flies, butterflies and other beneficial insects Uses: Feature planting, flower borders, coastal gardens, Mediterranean gardens, gravel gardens, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens and architectural planting.
🌿 Garden Design & Use Guide
✔ Hedging: ⭐⭐ Limited – not naturally suited to clipped hedging but can form an attractive informal planting
✔ Screening / Privacy: ⭐⭐ Limited – its height is useful but the plant does not form a dense evergreen screen
✔ Shade Creation: ⭐⭐ Limited – upright growth provides little meaningful shade
✔ Feature Plant: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent – unusual glossy foliage and large flower umbels create a strong architectural focal point
✔ Container Use: ⭐⭐⭐ Good – suitable for a large container provided moisture and drainage are well managed
✔ Low Maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐ Moderate – generally easy to grow but may require protection from slugs, snails and other pests
✔ Waterwise / Drought Tolerance: ⭐⭐ Limited – prefers consistent moisture and should not be allowed to dry out for extended periods
✔ Coastal Tolerance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent – naturally occurs in coastal habitats and is well suited to coastal-style planting
✔ Garden Style Fit: Coastal gardens, Mediterranean gardens, gravel gardens, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, contemporary landscapes and naturalistic planting
💡 Planting Tip: Plant Angelica pachycarpa where its architectural form can be appreciated, preferably in fertile, well-drained soil with access to regular moisture. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, with protection from extreme heat being beneficial in very hot conditions.
