code: 897
sow seeds immediately onto a good soil-based compost
Family: Umbelliferae
Common name: Scottish Licorice-root, Scottish Lovage
Plant Classification: Hardy perennial
Minimum Height: 60 cm
Maximum Height: 90 cm
Packet Content(approx.): 20
We acquired this plant resembling an extremely lovely dwarf angelica some years ago, and called it Angelica ‘Summer Delight’ but have finally pinned a botanic name to it. Produces low compact clumps of thick shiny leaves above which arise purple stems carrying sprays of white flowers.
Sowing advice:
For best results, sow seeds immediately onto a good soil-based compost. Cover the seeds with fine grit or compost to approximately their own depth. They can be sown at any time, and germination can sometimes be quicker if kept at 15 to 20 degrees C. However, we sow most seeds in an unheated greenhouse and wait for natural germination as many seeds have built-in dormancy mechanisms, and often wait for spring before emerging regardless of when they are sown. But spring sowing will obviously give them a full season of growth if successful germination occurs.
Information:
Sun exposure: Full sun, dappled shade, partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Clay / heavy / moist
Plant care: Needs regular watering in pots
