Named after its scented flowers which vaguely resemble a dragon's face. These 20" tall stately beauties come in a rainbow of colors and make an excellent choice for garden beds and cut flower bouquets. Deadhead frequently for prolonged flowering. Full sun. Annual. (1/2 Gram Packet)
| Average Seed / oz |
Seed / 100' Row |
Average Yield / 100' Row |
Days to Harvest |
| 212000 |
n/a |
n/a |
30-40 |
| Planting Season |
Ideal Soil Temp |
Sun |
Frost Tolerance |
| After Last Frost |
60-70°F |
Partial Sun |
Frost Sensitive |
| Sowing Method |
Seed Depth |
Direct Seed Spacing |
Seeds Per Packet |
| Transplant or Direct Seed |
1/16" |
1/2" |
2365 |
| Mature Spacing |
Days to Sprout |
Production Cycle |
Seed Viability |
| 6-12" |
10-21 |
Annual |
3 years |
Site Selection
Snapdragon is an annual or short-lived perennial (Zones 5-7) that prefers full sun and well-drained soil high in organic matter.
Planting
Snapdragons are moderately frost tolerant and do best in cool weather. Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors just before the last frost. Optimum soil temperature for germination is 60-70˚F. Seeds will sprout in 10-14 days. Deadhead to extend flowering period.
