Antirrhinum Majus (Pink) Plant

🌸 Description – Antirrhinum majus (Pink Snapdragon)

The Pink Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) is a charming, upright flowering plant known for its soft, pastel pink blooms that resemble the mouth of a dragon — opening when gently squeezed. Native to the Mediterranean region, this easy-to-grow annual adds vertical interest and gentle color to garden beds, borders, and containers. Blooming from spring through fall, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, attracting pollinators like bees with its unique flower structure. With a graceful appearance and long-lasting flowers, the Pink Snapdragon is a favorite for cottage gardens, floral arrangements, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

🌸 Uses of Antirrhinum majus (Pink Snapdragon):

🌿 1. Ornamental Gardening

• Garden Borders & Flower Beds: Adds vertical structure and soft pink color to both formal and informal gardens.

• Cottage Gardens: A classic choice for romantic, pastel-toned garden designs.

• Mass Planting: Creates stunning visual impact when planted in groups or rows.

🪴 2. Containers & Pots

• Well-suited for window boxes, balcony pots, and patio containers, providing height and seasonal interest.

✂️ 3. Cut Flowers

• Popular in fresh floral arrangements and bouquets for its long vase life and soft, elegant color.

• Frequently used in weddings and event floral design.

🌿 Care Guide – Antirrhinum majus (Pink Snapdragon)

☀️ Light

• Full sun (6+ hours daily) is best for healthy growth and vibrant blooms.

• Can tolerate light shade, but may produce fewer flowers.

🪨 Soil

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.

• Tolerates a range of soils but thrives in neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0–7.0).

• Improve poor soil with compost or organic matter.

💧 Watering

• Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods.

• Avoid waterlogged conditions to prevent root rot.

• Water at the base to reduce the risk of fungal diseases.

🌡️ Temperature & Climate

• Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.

• Ideal for spring and fall blooming; may fade in extreme summer heat.

• Hardy in USDA Zones 7–10 as a short-lived perennial; treated as an annual in colder zones.

🌸 Fertilizing

• Feed every 2–4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer during active growth.

• Too much nitrogen may reduce flowering and promote excessive foliage.

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