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Snapdragon Seeds - Ruby
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Snapdragon (Antirrhinum Majus Maximum Ruby) - This annual is a favorite flower in gardens of North America because it readily establishes from Snapdragon seeds, and it gives an incredible display of colorful blooms. This tall red annual is incredibly beautiful! Millions of these flowers are grown in greenhouses to be used as cut flowers for florists. They are an all-around excellent performing flower.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
64 - 72F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
10 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
SOWING RATE
4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 - 18 inches
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum Majus Maximum Ruby) - This annual is a favorite flower in gardens of North America because it readily establishes from Snapdragon seeds, and it gives an incredible display of colorful blooms. This tall red annual is incredibly beautiful! Millions of these flowers are grown in greenhouses to be used as cut flowers for florists. They are an all-around excellent performing flower. Most cultivated Snapdragons belong to the species Antirrhinum majus, a native of the Mediterranean region. There are more than 30 species of plants in Europe and North America. The showy, two-lipped flowers are about 1 1/2 inches long. The lower blossoms open first and then on up to the top of a tall stem.
Dark Red Snapdragons should be grown in rich, well-drained soil. Grow them in full sun, and space this tall variety 12 - 18 inches apart. After they are done blooming, trim the plants back, and they will quickly be blooming again. They perform best in cooler summer climates. In hot regions, provide the plants with some afternoon shade.
How To Grow Snapdragons From Seeds: The plants can tolerate a light frost, so they can be set out as early as the ground can be worked. For the earliest blooms, sow Ruby Red Snapdragon seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before setting the plants out. Use quality starter mix and sow the flower seeds on the surface of the pre-moistened mix and gently press the seed in. Harden off the seedlings for 10 - 14 days before planting outdoors. Pinch back at the time of transplanting to encourage branching. For areas with mild winters, sow Snapdragon seeds outdoors in a sheltered seed bed in late summer. Transplant the young plants into their permanent location for blooms in winter and spring.
Common Questions
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, remove spent blooms to stimulate new stems and blooms and keep a tidy look. To encourage bushiness in young plants (approximately 3 inches tall), pinch off the stem tips. Feel free to cut flowers for your bouquets, as this will encourage your snapdragon to produce more stems for blooming. After the initial flush of flowers, trim them back to promote a second bloom in late summer or fall.
How do I condition my cut snapdragon flowers?
Place the flowers in the water immediately after cutting them; this helps them absorb moisture through the freshly cut stem. Remember to cut the stems at an angle to increase the surface area for better water uptake. Additionally, keep the flowers out of direct sunlight.
Do I need to stake my snapdragons?
Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.
What will snapdragons attract to my garden?
Hummingbirds, butterflies and bees are all attracted to these flowers.
Are snapdragons deer resistant?
If you have a lot of deer and little food deer may eat the plants, however snapdragons are rarely damaged by deer.
Why didn’t my snapdragons sprout?
Snapdragons require light for germination, so simply press them into the seed starting soil without burying them. To prevent them from drying out, cover them with a clear plastic cover.
How are these flowers used in the landscape?
These flowers are commonly used in beds and borders, as edging plants, hanging baskets and containers (shorter varieties).
What are some common companion plants for snapdragons?
Zinnia, anemones, coreopsis, rudbeckia and coneflowers are all popular companion plants for snapdragons.
