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Snapdragons are colorful flowers that look like little dragon faces! When you squeeze the sides, they open and close, just like a dragon's mouth. They come in many bright colors and are fun to see in gardens.
Key details
- Height
- 30-120 cm
- Spread
- 15-45 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to first frost
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
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What this page adds
The Snapdragon has tall, upright stalks adorned with tubular flowers that resemble a dragon's mouth or a gaping face. These vibrant blooms come in almost every color except true blue, often featuring striking bicolor patterns and a unique 'snapping' motion when squeezed.
Its name, Antirrhinum, means "like a snout" in ancient Greek!
Snapdragons were once believed to have magical protective powers!
Some snapdragons can survive light frosts and keep blooming.
