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Bridal Pink
FlowerAntirrhinum majus
- Partial sun
- Zones 7–10
- 100 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 12" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
More depth and dimension than your average snapdragon. Reminiscent of a watercolor painting, bloom color shifts delicately from the center to the edges of the petal: rose to shell-pink and pale pink. Florets are densely packed on the flower spike, giving the blooms a lovely full appearance. Bred for performance under short days and low temperatures; considered a group 2 snapdragon. Well-suited for an early spring bloom period. Performs well in our overwinter tunnel trials - a great color for early spring bouquets. Edible Flowers: The flowers are a colorful garnish for use in salads, desserts, and drinks. The flavor is floral and slightly bitter, so use sparingly.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost, or sow in mid-to-late summer for overwinter/early spring bloom. Press seeds lightly onto moist soil under light (do not cover). Transplant after frost danger passes.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil: Well-draining loam, neutral to slightly acidic. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, botrytis blight, rust.