Bizarre Snapdragon is a dwarf cultivar of Antirrhinum majus that brings theatrical charm to spring and fall gardens. Standing just 18 inches tall with a compact 12-inch spread, this variety blooms prolifically from March through November, delivering weeks of color from seed to flower in 84-98 days. The snapdragon's distinctive flower structure, where the petals open like a dragon's mouth when squeezed, makes it irresistible to curious gardeners and pollinators alike. Deer won't touch it, and its edible flowers add both whimsy and flavor to plates.
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Full Sun
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18in H x 12in W
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This dwarf snapdragon thrives in full sun and adapts to moderate watering, making it manageable even for gardeners juggling multiple plants. Its extended bloom window from spring through fall means you'll have flowers across multiple seasons from a single planting. The compact stature keeps it tidy in beds and containers without requiring heavy pruning, yet it produces abundant blooms that attract bees and butterflies while remaining completely untouched by deer.
Bizarre Snapdragon's edible flowers work as garnishes for salads, desserts, and cocktails, lending a delicate pop of color and mild flavor to plates. The blooms are popular in cut arrangements and garden displays where their whimsical structure and long vase life shine. Gardeners also grow them in containers, borders, and cottage gardens specifically for their deer-resistant foliage and the joy of watching pollinators visit the flowers throughout the growing season.
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Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before your last spring frost. Chill seeds in the refrigerator for 2 days before sowing. Sow thinly on the surface of a seed germination mix supplemented with vermiculite, then press lightly into the soil; seeds require light to germinate. Keep the soil at approximately 60-70°F. Water only from below by setting containers in a tray to prevent fungal problems. Seeds typically sprout within 5-14 days.
Harden off seedlings gradually before transplanting outdoors after the last spring frost. Plant into garden beds or containers spaced 8 inches apart in full sun. Ensure soil drains well and has good air circulation to minimize fungal disease.
Direct sow seeds in spring after the last frost. Sow thinly on moist soil, press lightly, and keep the area consistently moist until germination occurs in 5-14 days.
For edible flowers, harvest blooms in the early morning when they're fully open and at peak freshness. Snip flowers just above the base of the bloom using clean scissors, selecting flowers that are vibrant in color and firm to the touch. Use them immediately or store in cool water for a few hours. Deadheading spent flowers throughout the season also extends blooming and keeps plants producing new flowers.
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