- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 16 - 18 Inches
- Mature Spread 10 - 12 Inches
- Growing Zones 10 - 11
- Use As A Thriller In Containers
Guardian Angel™ Berry Sparkler Summer Snapdragon (Angelonia angustifolia ‘Balguaraberk’) lights up the garden with tall spires of large, pink-and-purple bicolor blooms rising above glossy green leaves. Each upright stalk displays abundant clusters of bright flowers that thrive in sun and produce color all season long. This easy grower reaches 16-18 inches high, with a spread of 10-12 inches, creating a standout focal point in containers, borders, or landscape beds. Its tolerance for heat and humidity makes it a perfect choice for gardeners seeking continuous summer color. You’ll appreciate how the pollinators love these blooms, while deer and rabbits typically stay away.
Guardian Angel™ Berry Sparkler features strong stems that hold up well in windy conditions and require minimal maintenance once established. Native to warm climates, Summer Snapdragons are known for their quick resilience in high temperatures and bright sunlight. Whether you plant this annual as a showy accent in a mixed container or as a colorful mass planting, it provides season-long interest without the need for frequent watering. The blooms are not fragrant, but the foliage has a subtle herbal scent, adding a little extra charm. Best of all, there’s no deadheading required, meaning you get reliable color with practically no fuss.
Guardian Angel™ Berry Sparkler Summer Snapdragon Care
Guardian Angel™ Berry Sparkler performs best in full sun, though it can handle partial shade with at least 4 hours of direct sunlight. Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost or a good quality potting mix. Regular watering is recommended, especially during the first few weeks and in extended dry spells; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly before watering again. A balanced, water-soluble fertilizer applied once every two weeks can promote fresh blooms and lush foliage. This Summer Snapdragon performs well in warm, humid regions, bringing bold color to your patio, borders, or garden beds until the first frost.
For general upkeep, no significant pruning is necessary beyond removing any faded flower stems to keep the plant tidy. Pinching the stems is not usually required, as these Summer Snapdragons maintain an upright, robust habit on their own. In containers, you may occasionally remove any leggy growth to encourage branching. Gardeners in colder zones treat this plant as an annual, discarding it or moving containers indoors as the temperatures drop.
Guardian Angel™ Berry Sparkler Summer Snapdragon Spacing
When planting Guardian Angel™ Berry Sparkler as a mass display in the garden, space plants 10 to 12 inches apart to create a lush, continuous effect. If you’re using containers, opt for a pot at least 8 to 10 inches in diameter to allow roots enough room to spread. Larger pots offer more soil volume and help the plant maintain consistent moisture, leading to healthier growth and more abundant blooms.
Guardian Angel Berry Sparkler Summer Snapdragon Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 10 - 11 |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 16 - 18 Inches |
Mature Spread: 10 - 12 Inches |
Spacing: 10 - 12 Inches |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): Pink, Purple |
Flower Description: Pink Shades, Purple Shades |
Bloom Period: Late Spring to Summer |
Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Green |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
Tolerates: Heat, Drought |
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Container Role: Thriller |
Uses: Combinations, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
Brand: Proven Selections |
Common Name: Guardian Angel Berry Sparkler Summer Snapdragon |
Other Name(s): Summer Snapdragon, Angelonia |
Scientific Name: Angelonia angustifolia |
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- GABSGUARD-GC
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

3.5" Pot
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts

4.25" Pot
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
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Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
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