The Book of Annuals 109 



SNAPDRAGON 



Antirrhinum majus 



In reality a perennial, but seeds sown very early 

 in the spring give flowers the first year. Then, too, 

 the first crop of bloom is usually the only one worth 

 while. There are dwarf varieties for use as edgings, 

 also double forms. 



For early bloom sow the seeds in frames in August 

 or September, mulching the young plants for winter 

 protection. Or, sow the seeds as early as possible in 

 the spring, in a frame if possible. 



With winter protection the plant may be carried 

 over, but the second year's bloom may be of another 

 color. 



Color: ranging from red and purple to white. 

 Height : one to three feet. 

 Period of Bloom : August to frost. 

 Location : light, rich soil ; full sun. 



