Angelica archangelica

Angelica archangelica, commonly known as garden angelica, is a tall, striking biennial or short-lived perennial with robust, hollow stems and large, deeply divided, bright green leaves. In summer, it produces large, dome-shaped umbels of small greenish-white flowers that create an impressive architectural feature in borders or meadows.

The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators including bees, hoverflies, and butterflies, providing strong ecological value. Its bold stature and textured foliage make it ideal for cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and naturalistic plantings, where it can act as a dramatic backdrop or focal point.