Angelonia is also called summer snapdragon, and once you get a good look at it, you'll know why. It has salvia-like flower spires that reach a foot or 2 high, but they're studded with fascinating snapdragon-like flowers with beautiful colorations in purple, white, or pink. It's the perfect plant for adding bright color to hot, sunny spaces. This tough plant blooms all summer long with spirelike spikes of blooms. While all varieties are beautiful, keep an eye out for the sweetly scented selections.
LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS: USDA hardiness zones: 8 through 11
CARE INSTRUCTIONS WATER: Angelonia should have regular watering for best performance, but established plantings are moderately drought tolerant. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
FERTILIZER: Fertilize in spring, not heavily and keep (P) phosphorus on the low side.
FLOWERING: Spring through Fall.
SOIL: Use a well drained soil.
DISEASE: Refer to growers instructions.