Plant Spotlights

New Angelonia Colors Worth Trying This Season

Sales Director & Design Expert · May 6, 2026

Angelonia breeding has come a long way. Today’s varieties bloom harder, hold better structure, and offer much more interesting color — and some newer introductions are genuinely exciting.

Archangel Light Pink

One of the softest, cleanest pinks available. What makes it work:

✓ Elegant color
✓ Strong contrast with darker foliage plants
✓ Great in mixed containers

Especially beautiful with white flowers, coleus, and silver foliage.

Archangel Fuchsia

This one has energy. Bright, saturated color that:

✓ Pops in the landscape
✓ Holds up in heat
✓ Draws attention from a distance

Excellent for high-impact containers and bright summer beds.

Angelflare Black

One of the most unique Angelonias currently available. Highlighted in recent industry coverage including Greenhouse Grower:

✓ Dark, dramatic tones
✓ Modern look
✓ Excellent contrast plant

Pairs incredibly well with lime greens, bright pinks, and silver foliage.

Why Modern Angelonia Breeding Matters

According to industry trial observations and grower reporting, modern Angelonia breeding has focused on:

✓ Better branching
✓ Stronger flowering
✓ Improved heat tolerance
✓ Expanded color ranges

And it shows.

The Real Takeaway

Angelonia used to be a good summer annual. Now it’s becoming one of the most versatile flowering plants in the industry — and the new colors are the best reason yet to give it a closer look at a local garden center.

Hoosier Tip

If a Cherry Red, Light Pink, or Angelflare Black catches your eye on the bench, grab three of the same color — not one of each. Angelonia reads better in repetition than as a sampler.

Reference: Ball Seed grower guides · PanAmerican Seed · Michigan State University Extension · Purdue University Extension · Greenhouse Grower