Angelonia
Angelonia angustifolia · Native to the American tropics
Often called ‘summer snapdragon,’ it sends up spikes of orchid-like flowers that shrug off heat and bloom all season.
Available in 12 inch
💧 Water when dry
🪴 Well-draining mix
🐾 Generally pet-safe
Care
Light
Angelonia thrives in full sun and loves heat — the brighter and warmer the spot, the more it blooms.
Water
Water when the top of the soil dries. It’s quite drought-tolerant once established and prefers not to stay wet.
Soil & Feeding
Use a well-draining mix and feed lightly through the season to keep the flower spikes coming.
Quick Tip
It’s self-cleaning and needs no deadheading — just give it sun and the occasional drink and it carries on blooming.
Details
Angelonia produces slender spikes of small, orchid-like flowers in purple, pink, blue, and white over neat, slightly aromatic foliage, blooming non-stop in heat.
- ✅ Blooms all summer, even in intense heat
- ✅ Self-cleaning — no deadheading needed
- ✅ Upright spikes add height to pots and beds
Size
Available in a 12 inch pot — a generous, ready-to-enjoy size that’s perfect for an entryway, patio, or as a gift, and easy to move to its happy spot.
Good to Know
🐾 Angelonia is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs — a pet-friendly choice for hot, sunny spots.
Plant Bio
Angelonia angustifolia · the heat-loving Summer Snapdragon
Angelonia, Angelonia angustifolia, comes from the warm regions of Mexico and the American tropics and has become a favorite for its toughness in summer heat.
Nicknamed ‘summer snapdragon,’ it sends up upright spikes of small, orchid-like flowers in purple, pink, blue, and white over neat, faintly fragrant foliage.
It blooms tirelessly without deadheading, loving the same heat and sun that wear other flowers out — ideal for New Mexico summers.
What makes it special?
- Non-stop bloom through intense summer heat.
- Self-cleaning — no deadheading required.
- Upright spikes that add height and grace.
🐾 Angelonia is non-toxic to cats and dogs — a worry-free choice around pets.