Snapdragon

Snapdragon

flower

Cool-season bloomer — plants out before last frost. Pinch tips for bushier growth.

At a glance

USDA Zones
4–10
Sun
Full sun (6+ hrs)
Water
Medium — water when top inch of soil is dry
Soil
Loam
pH
Neutral
Spacing
9 in. between plants
Per square
1 plant per 1-foot square

Planting & harvest windows

Northern Hemisphere timing. Adjust ±4–6 weeks based on your last/first frost dates.

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Harvest

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Good neighbors

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Recommended varieties

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  • Rocket Mix
    both

    Tall 3-ft cut-flower snapdragons — classic florist variety.

  • Madame Butterfly
    seed

    Double-azalea-form blooms in a wide color mix.

Add Snapdragon to your raised bed — the planner handles spacing and companion warnings automatically.

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