Antirrhinum Appleblossom Seeds

A charming and free flowering annual grown for its soft appleblossom pink blooms and classic snapdragon form the upright plants with sturdy stems and dense spikes of pastel flowers that attract bees and other friendly pollinators

 

The gentle pink and cream tones bring a romantic cottage garden feel to borders beds and cutting patches while the neat foliage keeps plants tidy and upright

This reliable annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil showing good heat tolerance once established

Perfect for pollinator gardens mixed borders and summer cutting displays

 

Seed Qty Approx: 0.5 grams

 

Sow: February to April indoors or direct outdoors from May

Germination: 10 to 21 days at 18 to 22°C

Soil and Position: Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height Spread: 45 to 60 cm tall 25 to 35 cm spread

Flowering: June to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly in trays of moist well drained compost Press lightly onto the surface and do not cover as light helps germination Maintain temperatures of 18 to 22°C until seedlings appear Transplant when large enough to handle spacing 25 to 35 cm apart Harden off indoor seedlings and plant out after the last frost

Alternatively sow directly into prepared soil in late spring

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during establishment then moderately once plants are growing strongly Snapdragons thrive in sunny well drained positions Remove spent flower spikes to encourage continuous blooming and cut back lightly to maintain shape

 

Uses and Benefits

Soft appleblossom flowers for cottage borders

Highly attractive to bees and pollinators

Excellent for cutting and floral arrangements

Heat tolerant and easy to grow

Perfect for wildlife friendly and summer garden schemes