Snapdragon
Antirrhinum majus
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Sep 18, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Snapdragon
Antirrhinum majus, the snapdragon, is a cool-season annual native to the Mediterranean bearing dense spikes of distinctive two-lipped flowers in a wide range of colors. A traditional cottage-garden favorite grown for cut flowers, borders, and containers during fall and spring seasons in warm climates. Starting at $2.49.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Winter, Spring
- Flower Color
- White, Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink, Purple, Multi
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Annual
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season.
Active growing season.
Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Requires full sun (6+ hours daily) for dense, upright growth and maximum bloom. In NE Florida, plant in October–November in an open, sunny bed; poor light results in leggy stems and reduced flowering.
Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Water at the base to reduce foliar disease risk; snapdragons are susceptible to botrytis in humid NE Florida conditions. Mulch lightly to retain moisture.
Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5). Incorporate slow-release granular fertilizer at planting; follow with light liquid fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during the bloom season (winter–spring). Cut back after first flush to encourage a second round of flowers.
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Common questions
Is Snapdragon a good plant for St. Augustine?
Snapdragon is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-3 feet × 0.5-1 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.