Also known as Summer Snapdragon · 71 saves
Angelonia
Angelonia, the genus most gardeners know as summer snapdragon. We track 6 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 6 most-saved Angelonia varieties
Species of Angelonia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Angelonia in Sow
Save the Angelonia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
How to grow Angelonia
Whats common across all Angelonia varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 6 most-grown of them.
The Angelonia year
- PlantApril and May83% of varieties
Plant transplants outdoors after all danger of frost has passed
- FertilizeMay–August83% of varieties
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly, especially for container plants
- HarvestMay–September33% of varieties
Cut stems for arrangements when 1/3 of the flowers are open
- PruneJuly33% of varieties
If plants become leggy, cut back by one-third to refresh growth
Do
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
- Water regularly during dry spells 💧
- Prune faded flowers to encourage new blooms ✂️
- Apply balanced fertilizer monthly 🌱
- Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds 🌿
Avoid
- Overwater to avoid root rot ❌
- Overwater to prevent root rot ❌
- Ignore deadheading which can reduce flowering ❌
- Use heavy clay soil without amendment ❌
What goes wrong with Angelonia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Increase humidity and apply miticide |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing and stippled leaves | Spray with a strong jet of water and use miticides if needed |
| Generally pest-free | No significant insect damage is typical | Monitor only; no routine treatment needed |
| Powdery mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and treat with fungicide |
| Root rot | Stems blacken at the base and the plant collapses in wet compost or poorly drained soil | Grow in free-draining compost and let the surface dry between waterings; there is no cure once it collapses |
Making more Angelonia
Cuttings
- Take 4-inch semi-hardwood cuttings in late spring.
- Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in moist soil.
- Maintain high humidity and wait 6 weeks for roots.
Seed starting
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in spring
- Maintain soil moisture
- Transplant seedlings after 6 weeks
Angelonia questions
How many types of Angelonia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 6 distinct Angelonia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 71 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Angelonia grow in?
Across its varieties, Angelonia covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Angelonia bloom?
Most Angelonia varieties bloom in mid-summer, summer to fall, summer to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Angelonia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.