How much sun does Hairy Angelica need?

Hairy Angelica grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Hairy Angelica bloom?

Hairy Angelica blooms in June, July, and August.

Where is Hairy Angelica native?

Hairy Angelica (Angelica venenosa) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 22 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Hairy Angelica attract?

Hairy Angelica draws bees, beetles, wasps, and flies.

Is Hairy Angelica HOA-friendly?

Hairy Angelica takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Hairy Angelica

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Angelica venenosa

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Hairy Angelica (Angelica venenosa) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

24"–60" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

AL, AR, CT, DE and 22 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles, wasps, flies

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

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Angelica venenosa is a tall native perennial that produces clusters of small white flowers on sturdy stems from summer into early fall. This plant grows 2-5 feet tall with an upright, somewhat architectural form that adds vertical interest to garden beds.

In an HOA neighborhood

Hairy Angelica takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Name contains 'venenosa' (poisonous) which may concern neighbors
Can appear wild or weedy to unfamiliar observers
May self-seed creating informal patches

Wildlife value

The umbrella-shaped flower clusters attract a diverse array of beneficial insects including native bees, beetles, wasps, and flies during its long blooming period from June through August.

Common questions

How much sun does Hairy Angelica need?: Hairy Angelica grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Hairy Angelica bloom?: Hairy Angelica blooms in June, July, and August.
Where is Hairy Angelica native?: Hairy Angelica (Angelica venenosa) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 22 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Hairy Angelica attract?: Hairy Angelica draws bees, beetles, wasps, and flies.
Is Hairy Angelica HOA-friendly?: Hairy Angelica takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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