Valley Apple Blossom Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) - When we took over this old heritage 1860’s farm in rural Nova Scotia, we spent the first two months discovering and identifying plants, many of them had been here for decades. One of the old heirloom flowers that continued to self seed near an old Gravenstein apple stump was a remarkable stand of uniquely deep, dark-pink and creamy white flowers. Fitting that they would in fact be identified as ‘Apple Blossom’ Snapdragon. We know they pre-date 1971 when the previous owners moved in. We were delighted with the delicately nodding pink-rose/creamy white flowers from the 30-40 plants.
Last year we finally lined out our selections and were amazed once again with this flower. What a unique crew of hardy survivors we uncovered. Familiar as a cut flower and a border plant, Apple Blossom Snapdragon are also highly attractive to bees and butterflies. We are addicted to these lovely botanical gems and intend to plant more this year!
75 seeds per packet
Growing Information: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost. Sow seeds on the soil surface and press lightly, do not cover, as light is needed for germination. Keep soil moist under bright light. Seeds germinate in 10–14 days.
Harden off seedlings for 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors after frost. Space plants 25–30 cm apart in full sun to partial shade. Snapdragons prefer fertile, well-drained soil.
Days to Germination: 7 - 14
Plant Spacing: 8" - 12" (25cm - 30cm)
Plant Height: 24" (60cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: Half Hardy Annual
Bloom Time: Spring to Fall
Light Requirements: Full Sun / Partial Shade
Attracts Bees
Deer Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
