Description
Twinny Orchid Snapdragon Seeds grow compact Antirrhinum plants with double butterfly blooms in cream, pale orchid, and deeper magenta-pink tones. The Twinny series is bred for a lower, branching habit with abundant flowers, so it suits containers, small borders, and cutting-garden spaces where tall florist snapdragons would be too large.
Why Grow It
- Double butterfly blooms show cream and orchid-pink petals with deeper magenta throat accents.
- Compact Twinny series habit reaches about 10-12 in. with strong branching and heavy bloom.
- Useful for borders, containers, mixed planters, and small cut-flower arrangements.
- Watermark-free product imagery is generated for the Nuptial Co. catalog, not copied from source photos.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Antirrhinum majus |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Annual; short-lived perennial in mild zones 7-13 |
| Mature height | 10-12 in. compact plants |
| Light | Full sun to partial shade |
| Bloom or harvest window | Early spring through summer; fall and winter in mild zones |
| Seed count | 25 seeds |
| Sowing advice | Start indoors 8-10 weeks before transplanting into cool weather. Surface sow or barely cover fine seed, keep evenly moist, and provide bright light. |
| Spacing | Space plants 7-8 in. apart |
| Germination | Usually 10-21 days at about 65-70 F with even moisture |
Best For
- containers
- front borders
- cutting gardens
- mixed planters
- orchid-pink cottage palettes
Packet Details
Includes 25 seeds. Store seeds cool, dry, and dark until sowing. The source variety notes cold tolerance down to about 34 F and better warm-weather performance than many compact snapdragons.
FAQ
How is Twinny Orchid different from Appleblossom?
Twinny Orchid leans more orchid-pink and magenta, while Appleblossom is softer cream, blush, and rose.
Can I grow it in containers?
Yes. Its compact 10-12 inch habit makes it a strong fit for patio containers, mixed planters, and front borders.
Does it need cool weather?
Snapdragons perform best in cool to moderate weather, though this source variety is bred for better warm-weather performance.
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