Angelonia

Plant name: Angelonia

Botanical name:Angelonia angustifolia ‘Serena’

Suggested by: Ellen Leue, Ball Horticultural Company (www.ballhort.com)

Virtues: Easy to care for. Its colors and texture are somewhat reminiscent of heather.

Flower: Small florets arranged in spikes, in white, lavender, pink, and purple.

Foliage: More narrow and deeper green than those of most snapdragons.

Habit: Grows 10 to 12 inches tall and spreads 12 to 14 inches, creating a dense mound of color.

Season: Summer.

Companions: Other sun-loving plants, including petunias, grasses, and lantana. Excellent for containers, garden beds, and large-scale landscapes.