• A close-up of Angelica dawsonii in full bloom, displaying a dense, rounded umbel of small, bright yellow flowers. The finely divided green leaves surround the flower head, and a tiny insect is visible resting on the blossoms.
  • A mature Angelica dawsonii plant growing in a meadow, with numerous tall stems topped with yellow umbels. The deeply lobed green leaves create a lush base, contrasting with the surrounding grasses and wildflowers.
  • This image shows a group of Yellow Angelica (Angelica dawsonii) plants growing in a grassy area with Sitka Valerian. The plants have lush, toothed green leaves and produce rounded clusters of tiny flowers. The dome-shaped umbels sit atop sturdy stems, standing out vividly against the dense green foliage and surrounding grasses.
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Angelica dawsonii - Yellow Angelica

Angelica dawsonii - Yellow Angelica

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Yellow Angelica is a tall, striking perennial with large, umbrella-like clusters of pale yellow-green flowers that bloom from mid to late summer. Its sturdy, hollow stems and lush, bright green foliage create bold vertical structure in garden and wildland settings alike. The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to a wide range of pollinators, including native bees, butterflies, beneficial insects, and the seeds provide seasonal forage for songbirds.

Native to moist meadows, streambanks, and montane forests, Yellow Angelica prefers moist, well-drained soils. It's well-suited to rain gardens, wetland restorations, and the back of mixed borders, where its height and texture can serve as a dramatic focal point. While deer may occasionally sample young shoots, the strong scent and bitter compounds in the foliage generally make it unappealing.

How Easy Is This Plant to Grow?

Germination Difficulty: Experienced
Growing Difficulty: Beginner
Speed of Growth: Moderate
Age to First Bloom: 2-3

Plant Sizes & Blooming Window

Important Information - The "Plant Sizes" are provided as a general guideline for plant selection. The "Blooming Window" indicates the general period when the species is in bloom, not how long an individual plant will flower.

Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please scroll down to see the specific information for this plant.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 20

Light Conditions

  • Part Shade
  • Shade
  • Sun

Soil Conditions

  • Moist
  • Rich
  • Loam

Height

  • 12" - 24"
  • 24" - 36"

Width

  • 12" - 24"
  • 24" - 36"

Bloom Colour

  • Yellow

Month of Bloom

  • June
  • July
  • August

Vigorousness

  • Moderate

Deer Resistance

  • Moderate

Features

  • Bees
  • Birds
  • Butterflies
  • Fragrant
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Attractive Seed Heads
  • Fall Color
  • Urban Spaces
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties

Chinook Exposure

  • Sheltered

Distribution Info

Native to Canada, Yellow Angelica is found in southeastern BC, southern AB, parts of SK, and into the northwestern US, thriving in moist mountain streambanks and meadows.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

This plant has been traditionally used by Indigenous Peoples as a powerful healing medicine for both people and horses.