Perennial Snapdragon ‘Snap in Black’ growing guide

Perennial Snapdragon ‘Snap in Black’

Botanical Name: Antirrhinum majus ‘Snap in Black’
Family: Plantaginaceae
Plant Type: Short lived perennial
Size (HxW): 30-50cm x 25-30cm
Depth & Spacing: Plant at the same level as in the pot with the roots spread evenly below the soil. Space 25-30cm apart.
Soil: Well drained, moderately fertile soil, neutral to slightly alkaline.
Aspect: Full sun
Climate: Cool to subtropical. In humid subtropical areas grow as a cool season plant.
Frost: Hardy
Water: Water to establish, then water at the base when the soil is dry. Avoid wetting the foliage, which encourages rust.
Fertiliser: A balanced slow release fertiliser in spring, with a potash rich liquid feed during flowering.
Flowering Time: Spring to autumn, peaking in spring and again in autumn
After Flower Care: Deadhead spent spikes regularly. Cut back by half after the main flush to encourage more flowers, and trim lightly in late winter.
Notes: Pinch the tips of young plants to encourage a bushier habit. Rust is the main problem, so give plants good air circulation. Plants are best replaced every two to three years.

Perennial Snapdragon ‘Snap in Black’