Angelonia angustifolia (Narrowleaf Angelon)
Botanical Information
Family | Scrophulariaceae |
Genus | Angelonia |
Species | angustifolia |
Category | Annuals |
Origin | Mexico and West Indies. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 - 11 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H1c - H4 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -7 - 10 |
Temperature (°F) | 20 - 50 |
Height | 30 - 45 cm |
Spread | 22 - 30 cm |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
Cultivation | Moist, well-drained fertile soil with full sunlight to partial shade. Can withstand mild drought conditions. |
Pests | Aphids and powdery mildew. |
Flower Description | light purple, five petaled flowers that grow abundantly on the tall stems. The flower takes the shape of a snapdragon. |