Description
New! Doubleshot Bicolor Orange Snapdragon Seeds grow into compact Antirrhinum majus plants with open-faced, double-flowering blooms in warm orange, apricot, peach, and soft cream tones. The Doubleshot style gives a fuller butterfly effect than traditional snapdragons and works well in sunny beds, borders, and containers.
Why Grow It
- Open-faced double blooms create a fuller, rosette-style snapdragon look.
- Bicolor orange flowers blend apricot, peach, cream, and deeper orange centers for strong garden color.
- Compact 14-18 in. plants suit beds, borders, containers, and seasonal displays.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Antirrhinum majus |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Annual; short-lived perennial in zones 7-13 |
| Mature height | 14-18 in. |
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Bloom or harvest window | Spring through fall with regular deadheading and mild growing conditions |
| Seed count | 25 seeds |
| Sowing advice | Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Surface sow or barely cover the fine seed, keep evenly moist, and transplant outdoors when temperatures are mild. |
| Spacing | 8-12 in. apart in beds, borders, or containers |
| Germination | Usually 7-21 days at 65-70 F with consistent moisture and bright light after sprouting |
Best For
- sunny garden beds
- mixed borders
- patio containers
- seasonal color planting
- pollinator-friendly displays
Packet Details
Includes 25 seeds. Store seeds cool, dry, and dark until sowing. Use the growing table above as a planning reference for your local frost dates and container setup.
FAQ
How should I start snapdragon seeds?
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost, surface sow or barely cover the fine seed, and transplant outdoors in mild weather.
Is Doubleshot Bicolor Orange a traditional snapdragon shape?
It has an open-faced, double-flowering form with a fuller butterfly or rosette effect rather than the tight traditional snapdragon mouth.
Can I grow it in containers?
Yes. The 14-18 in. habit fits patio containers, mixed planters, and compact garden beds with full sun to part shade.
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