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Seed Germination Kit

Snapdragon Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMEAntirrhinum majus

USD 10.99

100 in stock

Snapdragons send up tall spikes of velvety blooms you can pinch to make the 'dragon' mouth snap — a cottage-garden classic kids adore.

GERMINATION10-14 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun to Partial Shade (4-8 hours daily)

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Germination01

10-14 days

Light02

Full Sun to Partial Shade (4-8 hours daily)

Temperature03

65-75F

Hardiness04

USDA Zones 5-10 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)

THE PLANT NOTEBOOK

Snap Dragon care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Antirrhinum majus
Common names
Snapdragon
Family
Plantaginaceae
Genus
Antirrhinum
Species
A. majus
01

Start growing

Surface sow (needs light). Full sun to partial shade.

02

Growing with your kit

The Seeds In A Cup® 'Interactive Flower' lesson shows kids how to squeeze the flower to make the dragon talk.

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Propagation

By seed.

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Seasonal growth & harvest

Cool season bloomer (Spring/Fall).

05

Growing conditions

Rocky slopes and walls.

06

Weather & tolerances

Frost hardy.

07

Pests & plant health

Rust and aphids.

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Plant safety

Non-toxic.

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Botanical features

A short-lived perennial grown as an annual. Flowers resemble dragon faces that 'snap' open when squeezed.

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Varieties

‘Rocket’, ‘Madame Butterfly’.

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Garden & everyday uses

Cut flowers, borders, children's gardens

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Native range & distribution

Native to the Mediterranean region.

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Conservation

Secure.

14

Name origins

Greek ‘anti’ (like) and ‘rhin’ (nose/snout).

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History

Historically believed to offer protection from witchcraft.

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How do I grow Snapdragon from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your Snapdragon seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do Snapdragon seeds take to germinate?

Snapdragon seeds typically sprout in 10-14 days at 65-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

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