Snapdragon Potomac Orange (Antirrhinum majus) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Flower

Snapdragon Potomac Orange (Antirrhinum majus) Non-GMO - Organically Grown - Flower

Is it an Annual
Commonly grown as an annual, though it is technically a short-lived tender perennial in mild conditions.

Full sun - but will tolerate light partial shade.

Full description
Snapdragon Potomac Orange is a striking cut-flower variety featuring tall, sturdy spikes covered in vibrant orange blooms with a soft, velvety texture. Part of the professional-grade Potomac series, this variety is bred for uniform growth, strong stems, and excellent garden and cut-flower performance. The warm, glowing orange colour adds bold brightness and vertical interest to garden beds, borders, and floral arrangements. Known for its cool-season tolerance and long bloom period, Potomac Orange produces abundant flower spikes over an extended season when regularly harvested. Its upright growth habit and dependable flowering make it a favourite for both home gardeners and cut-flower growers seeking reliable, high-impact colour.

Full Growing information from seed:
- Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost for best results
- Use a fine, well-draining seed-starting mix
- Surface sow seeds and lightly press into the soil; do not cover, as light is required for germination
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during germination
- Ideal germination temperature: 18–21°C
- Germination typically occurs in 10–14 days
- Provide bright light immediately after germination to prevent legginess
- Harden off seedlings gradually before transplanting outdoors
- Transplant once plants are well established and temperatures are consistently cool to mild
- Space plants 20–30 cm apart to allow proper airflow and upright growth
- Water regularly, keeping soil evenly moist and well-drained
- Pinch young plants to encourage branching and more flower spikes
- Deadhead or harvest frequently to encourage continuous blooming
- Stake taller stems if grown in windy or exposed locations
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with moderate moisture
- Ideal for garden beds, borders, and cut flower production

Stratification:
No stratification required. Seeds germinate best with light, steady moisture, and cool to moderate temperatures.

It has medicinal properties:
Antirrhinum majus is primarily grown as an ornamental flowering plant. It has limited historical use in traditional herbal applications, but it is not commonly used medicinally and is best appreciated for its ornamental and cut-flower qualities. OS

Seed count: 25