Madame Butterfly Snapdragon isa double-azalea type with extra full, ruffled flower spikes. Grow in a cutting garden or a flower bed, placing them in the middle to back for a striking exhibit that lasts until the end of the season. Grows 24-30.

50 seeds

PLANTING

Antirrhinum majus

Annual

Germination:7-14 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface and lightly press in, seeds need light to germinate

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 6-10 weeks before the last frost. Provide 65-75F soil temperature. Transplant after last frost, 10-12 apart

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sow outdoors 2 weeks before the last frost. Sow 3-5 seeds every 3-12″

GrowthHabit:Columnar

Height and Width:24-30 by 10-12

Spacing:10-12″ apart

Light Needs:Full sun, light shade

Soil Needs:Average, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:100-110 days

Uses:Cut flowers,containers, bedding plants, attracts pollinators

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting.Cut back stems as the blooms fade, this encourages more flower production.Fertilize with a liquid fertilizer every few weeks.