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Snapdragon Seeds - Bronze Dragon
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Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus nanum Bronze Dragon) - Truly outstanding in borders or containers and can also boast very good rust resistance! Bronze Dragon has deep bronze leaves, so dark they are almost black.MORE SNAPDRAGON OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
68 - 78F
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
9 - 12 inches
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus nanum Bronze Dragon) - Truly outstanding in borders or containers and can also boast very good rust resistance! Bronze Dragon has deep bronze leaves, so dark they are almost black. Growing as a tight, rounded ball of dark foliage and creating a wonderful color accent in the garden. These eye-catching, bushy, dwarf plants have the darkest, almost black foliage we have ever seen on an Antirrhinum! Bred by Thompson & Morgan, Bronze Dragon looks almost as attractive before flowering as it does when smothered in its gorgeous, purple and white bicoloured blooms.
Snapdragons make an excellent long lasting cut flower, and this shorter variety only reaching 12 - 18 inches in height is perfect for flower arrangements. Hummingbirds love the flowers, and they will be delighted when you grow these lovely annuals. Snapdragon Bronze Dragon will have your neighbors admiring your garden too!
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 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 the seeds outdoors in a sheltered seed bed in late summer. Transplant the young plants into their permanent location for blooms in winter and spring.
Snapdragons should be grown in rich, well-drained soil. Adding organic matter is very beneficial to the plants. Grow them in full sun, and space this tall variety 9 - 12 inches apart. Snapdragon care includes trimming the plants back after they are done blooming to promote a second flush of blooms. They perform best in cooler summer climates. In hot regions, provide the plants with some afternoon shade.
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.
