Snapdragon Seeds - Rocket Mix

Snapdragon – Rocket Mix ~50 Seeds

If you’re looking for a flower with both garden drama and cheerful charm, Rocket Mix Snapdragons are ready for lift-off. This classic variety combines a rainbow of colours—golden yellow, soft pink, fiery red, crisp white, and coral—on tall, upright spikes that stand proudly in beds and borders.

At 24–36 inches tall, they’re ideal for cutting, offering long-lasting blooms with a delicate fragrance that’s perfect for bouquets. Pollinators adore their tubular blossoms, so expect frequent visits from bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds.

Rocket Mix is one of the most trusted series for home gardeners: sturdy stems, dependable germination, and continuous blooms from early summer into fall. 

With their vertical form, they add structure and height to mixed plantings, while their playful colours brighten up every corner of the garden. Bonus tip: the more flowers you cut, the more they’ll bloom. 

• Attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Deer resistant
• Long-blooming and heat-tolerant

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Antirrhinum majus
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 24–36 in
• Seed Depth: 1/8 in (3 mm), surface sow recommended
• Spacing: 6–12 in (15–30 cm)
• Bloom Time: Summer to frost
• Days to Maturity: 120 days
• Germination: 10–14 days at 65–75°F (18–24°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. Pinch at 3 - 4 inches back to 1.5 - 2 inches tall for fuller plants. Trellis with flower netting for straighter stems.

FAQ
Q: Will Rocket Mix bloom the first year from seed?
A: Yes! When started indoors early, they bloom the same season, producing tall, colourful spikes all summer.

Q: How does Rocket Mix differ from Potomac snapdragons?
A: Rocket Mix offers a more traditional garden look with a wider colour range, while Potomac varieties are bred specifically for taller, florist-quality stems.