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Angelonia (Angelonia angustifolia): Heat-Loving Summer Bloomer for Containers

Angelonia (Angelonia angustifolia) is an upright, low perennial with deep mauve to violet two-lipped flowers blooming all summer. Superb container plant; also grown as bedding annual.

Care

Light: Full sun.
Moisture: Medium.
Cut back leaning flower spikes.

Propagation & Problems

Sow seed in spring or grow from cuttings. Aphids, powdery mildew.

Quick Reference

Height	1–3 ft.
Spread	6–12 in.
Growth Habit	Clumps
Growth Pace	Moderate
Light	Full Sun
Moisture	Medium
Maintenance	Moderate
Features	Showy flowers
Bloom Time	Early Summer, Late Summer, Summer
Flower Color	Purple, White
Uses	Beds, Borders, Container, Annual
Style	Cottage Garden
Type	Annuals

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