Snapdragons Grow Along
Autumn Sowing Guide UK
napdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are one of the most reliable and rewarding cut flowers you can grow — but only if you get the sowing and care right.
This Grow Along is here to take out the guesswork.
Sow in September for early blooms
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Snapdragons Grow Along
STEP - BY - STEP INSTRUCTIONS
So you know exactly what to do, when to do it, and why it matters. With years of growing snapdragons for florists, I’ll show you how to go from tiny seeds to strong overwintered plants that deliver tall, florist-grade stems in spring.
Sweet Duet
Appleblossom
Potomac Lavender
Pink OmbreMix
Antique Bronze Mix
Potomac Sorbetto Mix
Snapstar Champagne
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Episide 21
Mastering Snapdragons from Seed to Vase
Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are far more than cottage-garden charmers — in the right hands, they’re one of the most profitable and versatile cut flowers you can grow. In my podcast, I break down exactly how to take this crop from tiny seed to tall, florist-grade stems, ready for spring sales.
Here’s a taste of what you’ll learn:
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Why snapdragon seed choice matters — and the varieties worth investing in
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How the Group 1–4 system affects when (and how) you sow
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The sowing and pinching techniques that give you stronger stems — plus how to multiply plants from pinched tips
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Simple steps to stop stems from bending or curling in the vase
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The biggest post-harvest mistake growers make with snapdragons — and how to avoid it
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My own sowing routine, including last season’s slip-ups and what I changed for better results
