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Angelonia: How to Grow and Care with Success

Summer Snapdragon, Angel Flower


What is Angelonia?

Angelonia, also known as summer snapdragon or angel flower, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Plantaginaceae. The most commonly cultivated species is Angelonia angustifolia. These plants are native to Mexico and the West Indies and are popular for their showy, colorful flowers and ability to thrive in hot, humid conditions.

Angelonia is often called summer snapdragon because of its snapdragon-like flowers and its ability to thrive in hot, humid conditions.

Growth Habit: Angelonia has an upright, bushy growth habit with a somewhat branching structure. The lance-shaped leaves are typically dark green and slightly glossy.

Size: These plants typically reach heights of 12 to 24 inches (30-60 cm) and spread 12 to 18 inches (30-45 cm) wide, depending on the variety.

Flowers: Angelonia flowers resemble small snapdragons and bloom in spikes. They come in various shades of white, pink, purple, and blue, often with contrasting spots or throat markings.

Fragrance: Angelonia flowers are fragrant. They emit a pleasant, sweet scent that is often compared to the smell of grapes or vanilla. The fragrance is typically more pronounced in the evening or on warm days. The scent attracts pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making Angelonia a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.

Blooming Season: The plants bloom continuously from late spring through the summer and into early fall.

Hardiness: Angelonia plants are typically grown as annuals in most climates but may act as perennials in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11, where they can survive mild winters.

Uses: These low-maintenance plants are often used in flower beds, borders, containers, and as cut flowers, adding vibrant color to gardens and landscapes.

Guide Information

Hardiness 9 - 11
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Annuals, Perennials
Plant Family Angelonia - Summer Snapdragon
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early,Mid,Late)
Fall
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Dry Soil
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.

Guide Information

Hardiness 9 - 11
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Annuals, Perennials
Plant Family Angelonia - Summer Snapdragon
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early,Mid,Late)
Fall
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Dry Soil
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Landscaping Ideas Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage
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