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Pro Tips for Growing Stunning Snapdragons in Your Garden

By stacy ling

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Snapdragon success made easy. Pro tips for growing vibrant, long-lasting Snapdragons that will have your neighbors asking "What's your secret?" Learn how to grow snapdragons with these simple tips.

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Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are a popular garden plant  known for their showy, brightly colored flowers that bloom in a wide  range of hues, including pink, red, purple, yellow, white, and bicolors.

The flowers are distinctive in shape, resembling the face of a dragon with an open mouth and a tongue-like lower petal.

With a USDA hardiness zone of 7-10, they range in height from 6-36 inches tall, depending on the variety.

The plant’s leaves are narrow and pointed, and the flowers bloom in  spikes that can reach up to 2 feet long. The blooms can get pretty  heavy, so taller varieties may need staking.

Snapdragons prefer cool weather but can tolerate a light frost. They do  best in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil that is kept  moist but not waterlogged.

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They are also a favorite of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making them an excellent choice for pollinator gardens. And they are resistant to deer too.

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Follow along to learn more about how to grow snapdragons.

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