Snapdragon
Flowers
Intermediate
Tender perennial grown annual

Snapdragon

Antirrhinum majus

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About Plant: Snapdragon

Cool-season flower spikes that brighten spring and fall gardens and make excellent bouquets.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun
WaterRegular moisture
SoilRich, well-drained (6.2–7.0)
Spacing6–12 inches
Height8–36 inches
Time to Harvest90-120
Planting DepthSurface sow
Germination Time10–21 days

Expert Growing Tips

Tolerates cool weather and light frost; pinch young plants for bushier flowering.