Botanical Name: Angelonia angustifolia ‘Alonia™ Big Snow’

Common Name: Summer Snapdragon

Hardiness Zone: Annual in Most Climates; Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 9–11)

Size: 18–24" Tall × 14–18" Spread

Growth Habit: Upright, Well-Branched, Bushy Habit

Sunlight: Thrives in Full Sun

Soil: Prefers Well-Drained Soil; Adapts to Average Garden Soils

Water Needs: Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost

Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding During Active Growth

Features: Large Pure White Flower Spikes, Heat & Humidity Tolerant, Clean Foliage, Pollinator Friendly

Uses: Ideal for Annual Beds, Containers, Mixed Borders, Mass Plantings, and Commercial Landscapes

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

See our complete Angelonia Growth & Care Guide for full care details.

More About Angelonia ‘Alonia™ Big Snow’

Angelonia ‘Alonia™ Big Snow’ is a premium summer snapdragon selection known for its oversized, crisp white flower spikes and outstanding performance in heat and humidity. The blooms are noticeably larger than standard angelonia, creating bold vertical accents that stay clean and bright even during the hottest months of summer.

Part of the Alonia™ Big series, this variety was bred for vigorous growth, strong branching, and continuous flowering without deadheading. Unlike many white annuals that can yellow or thin out under stress, ‘Big Snow’ maintains a fresh, polished look all season long, making it a dependable choice for high-impact plantings.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Alonia™ Big Snow’ has been exceptionally reliable in full sun, thriving through prolonged heat and humidity with minimal maintenance. It establishes quickly, resists stretching, and keeps producing fresh flower spikes from planting until frost.

We especially like its versatility. It works just as well in containers and mixed borders as it does in large mass plantings, where the bright white blooms provide contrast and visual relief among bold summer colors. Pollinators—especially bees—visit regularly, and the foliage stays clean with very few disease or pest issues.

Alonia™ Big Snow vs Other Angelonia

Compared to the AngelFlare™ series—including AngelFlare™ Black, AngelFlare™ Cranberry, and AngelFlare™ Orchid Pink— Alonia™ Big Snow is noticeably taller, more vigorous, and more architectural in the landscape. While those AngelFlare™ varieties emphasize bold color and controlled height, Big Snow is bred for presence and scale. It also grows more upright and dominant than the spreading habit of Angel Mist™ Spreading White, and it ultimately outpaces both Archangel™ White and Archangel™ Dark Purple in overall plant mass.

For gardeners who want height, brightness, and a strong vertical backbone in beds or large containers, Alonia Big Snow clearly separates itself from the rest. While other varieties shine in color saturation or spread, Big Snow excels at commanding space and anchoring designs, making it especially effective as a focal plant or backdrop for deeper-toned Angelonia.