Botanical Name: Angelonia angustifolia ‘Archangel™White’

Common Name: Summer Snapdragon

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

Size: 24–36" Tall × 16–20" Spread

Growth Habit: Tall, Upright, Strongly Branched 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, Exceptional Heat & Humidity Tolerance, Strong Stems, Clean Foliage

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

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

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

More About Angelonia ‘Archangel™ White’

Archangel™ White brings something that’s surprisingly hard to achieve in Summer gardens: clean vertical height without visual noise. The flower spikes are tall, upright, and packed with bright white blooms that stay remarkably fresh-looking even when heat and humidity are at their worst. This isn’t a creamy or off-white Angelonia that dulls as the season drags on—it’s a true, crisp white bloomer that reflects light and keeps plantings from feeling heavy or crowded. Nothing about it feels rushed or stretched. 

As part of the Archangel™ Series, it was clearly bred to grow large without becoming unruly, and that balance shows as the season progresses. It gets tall, but it doesn’t get wild. It fills space without bullying what’s planted around it. We’ve found this variety especially useful in gardens that need structure but not darkness. Where darker colors add weight, Archangel White adds clarity. It sharpens a planting and gives your eye a place to rest. Another thing worth noting is how adaptable it is to different design styles. It works just as well in formal, symmetrical layouts as it does in looser, more natural plantings.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our testing gardens in Zone 8a, Archangel™ White proved early on that it was built for long Summers. It established quickly, pushed strong vertical growth without needing pinching or staking, and held that posture even after heavy rain and wind. We didn’t have to prop it up, cut it back, or constantly check on it—it simply did what it was supposed to do. There were no boom-and-bust cycles, no moments where it looked fantastic one week and tired the next. It flowered steadily from late Spring straight through till first frost, maintaining both height and density without thinning at the base. That’s not something I take for granted with large annuals.

After testing it in various garden settings, we feel it works best in mixed borders, bringing light and elevation, setting off lower, softer plants and helping the whole planting feel more balanced. However, in containers it reads almost like a temporary architectural element—tall, clean, and confident without feeling permanent or heavy. The foliage stays remarkably clean with very little disease or pest pressure, even under summer stress. That blend of scale, toughness, and clarity is what makes Archangel White one of the most dependable tall annuals we rely on. When a plant can add structure and brightness to the garden and keep performing consistently all season, it more than earns its space.

Archangel™ White vs Other Angelonia

Archangel™ White occupies a middle ground between the towering presence of Alonia™ Big Snow and the more compact AngelFlare™ Series. While it doesn’t reach Big Snow’s height, it offers a fuller, more robust habit than the AngelFlare™ Varieties. That balance makes it especially useful when you want strong vertical presence without overpowering surrounding plantings.

Compared to Angel Mist™ Spreading White, it remains upright and structured rather than trailing, and it pairs well with the deeper tones of Archangel™ Dark Purple. For gardeners who want a dependable white Angelonia with substance and balance, Archangel™ White is one of the most versatile choices.