Snapdragon Seeds - Antibes Apricot I

Snapdragon – Antibes Apricot I

~50 Seeds

Antibes Apricot I is a premium cut-flower snapdragon with tall, elegant spires in soft apricot tones that blend beautifully with blush, peach, and cream palettes. This variety is known for its strong stems, uniform growth, and excellent vase life, making it a favourite for market growers and gardeners who love bringing armfuls of flowers indoors. The blooms open gradually up the spike, giving a long harvest window and a polished, florist-quality look in bouquets.

Unlike shorter bedding snapdragons, Antibes Apricot I produces tall, upright plants that add height and structure to garden beds while still performing exceptionally well as a cut flower. The warm apricot colour shifts subtly with temperature, sometimes showing lighter pastel hues in cooler weather. Plants branch well, producing multiple harvestable stems over the season, and they’re surprisingly tolerant of cool spring and fall conditions.

Snapdragons are also a pollinator-friendly choice, attracting bees that can navigate their charming “dragon mouth” blooms. Reliable, productive, and refined, Antibes Apricot I is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to grow professional-quality cut flowers at home.

• Attracts bees
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Long vase life
• Excellent for market gardens
• Cool-season tolerant

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Antirrhinum majus
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Hybrid (F1)
• Light Requirements: Full sun
  
• Plant Height: 36–48 in / 90–120 cm
• Seed Depth: Surface sow (light required)
• Spacing: 9–12 in / 23–30 cm
• Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
• Days to Maturity: 110–120 days
• Edible / Toxic: Not edible
• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

Growing Instructions

Sowing: Pre-chill in fridge for 7 days. Start indoors 8 - 10 weeks before last frost, pressing into soil (do not cover). Heat mat and direct seeding are not recommended.

Pinching: at 3 - 4 inches back to 1.5 - 2 inches

FAQ
Q: Are Antibes snapdragons good for cutting?
A: Yes! Antibes Apricot I is bred specifically for cut flower production, with tall stems and excellent vase life.

Q: How do Antibes snapdragons differ from shorter varieties?
A: Antibes varieties are much taller and more uniform, making them ideal for bouquets and flower farming rather than edging or containers.