Potomac Plumblossom Snapdragon

Highly productive in high light, long days, and warm temperatures. Tall, strong stems and long flower spikes. Top choice for stem and flower quality and early flowering time. Started indoors 6 weeks before our last frost, we had them blooming by the end of July. Grows 32-48”.

30 seeds 

PLANTING

Antirrhinum majus 

Annual

Germination: 7-14 days

Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-75ºF

Seed Planting Depth: Sow on the surface and lightly press in; seeds need light to germinate

Starting Indoors: Start indoors 6-10 weeks before the last frost. Provide 65-75ºF soil temperature. Transplant after last frost, 10-12” apart

Sowing Outdoors:  Direct sow outdoors 2 weeks before the last frost. Sow 3-5 seeds every 3-12"

Growth Habit: Columnar

Height and Width: 32-48” by 10-12”

Spacing: 10-12" apart

Light Needs: Full sun, light shade

Soil Needs: Average, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed: 100-110 days

Uses: Cut flowers, containers, bedding plants, attracts pollinators

Care: Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting.  Cut back stems as blooms fade to encourage more flower production. Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer every few weeks.