Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus)
Snapdragons are beloved for their spikes of colorful blooms that bring vertical interest to garden beds, borders, and containers. Their flowers, which open like little dragon “mouths,” come in a rainbow of shades—perfect for brightening up the cool seasons.
Thriving in spring and fall, snapdragons are versatile and long-blooming, often continuing to flower until summer heat sets in or returning with fresh color as temperatures cool again.
Type: Cool-season annual (short-lived perennial in mild climates)
Size: Available in packs, 4–6″ pots, and larger containers; varieties range from 6″ dwarf types to 3′ tall spikes
Hardiness Zone: Hardy in Zones 7–10; grown as an annual elsewhere
Characteristics: Upright, clumping habit with flower spikes in many colors; attractive to pollinators and excellent as cut flowers
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Sun
Other:
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Moisture Tolerant: Prefers regular, even moisture
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Drought Tolerant: Low—needs consistent water for best blooms
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Deer and Rabbit Resistant: Moderate (may be nibbled, but not a top choice)
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Birds & Butterflies: Excellent pollinator plant, especially for bees
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Shade Tolerant: Light shade tolerated, though fewer blooms
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