1000 Lilac Snapdragon Seeds - Floral Showers Dwarf Antirrhinum majus
Lilac Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) 'Floral Showers' is a charming dwarf variety that brings soft lilac-purple blooms to gardens and containers. Its compact habit and early flowering make it a favorite for borders, bedding, and cut flower gardens. The fragrant, snapdragon-shaped flowers attract pollinators and add vertical interest to mixed plantings.
Perfect for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance annual with old-fashioned appeal, 'Floral Showers' performs well in cool weather and provides a long season of color. Whether grown in mass plantings or as a cheerful edging, these snapdragons are sure to delight.
Plant Features
- Dwarf growth habit, ideal for containers and small spaces
- Lilac-purple flowers on sturdy stems
- Long blooming season from early summer to fall
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Antirrhinum majus
- Plant Type: Annual
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
- Growth Habit: Upright, compact
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-10 (grown as annual)
- Bloom Season: Summer to fall
- Mature Height: 8-12 inches
- Germination Requirements: Surface sow; light needed for germination
- Spacing: 6-8 inches apart
Planting & Care
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; do not cover as light aids germination. Keep soil moist and at 65-70°F (18-21°C). Transplant seedlings outdoors after danger of frost has passed, spacing 6-8 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize monthly for best blooms. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued flowering.
What's Included
1000 Lilac Snapdragon Seeds (Antirrhinum majus 'Floral Showers')