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Lovely blooms of the drought tolerant Angelonia angustifolia or Angelmist or Angel Flower
or Summer snapdragon plant |
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Angelonia angustifolia
(Angelmist,
Angel Flower, Summer Snapdragon)
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Family: Scrophulariaceae
Origin: Mexico
Light: Full sun
Height: Less than 1'
Spread: About 2'
Blooms: Spikes, orchid-like lavender flowers, small, 2-lipped, early
Summer
Foliage: Green,
1-1.5"Long
Soil: Well-drained, keep moist
Water: Mist often
Propagation: Seeds
Uses: Container, bedding, landscaping, cut flower arrangement
Comments: Angelonia angustifolia or Angelmist or Angel Flower or
Summer snapdragon is an attractive and low-maintenance
perennial that is drought and heat tolerant. Hummingbirds, bees and
butterflies love this plant. Grown as an annual in the north. Also
comes in pink and in white. Angelonia angustifolia is a
self-seeder.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
