Snapdragon Growing Guide
Plantaginaceae family
Days to Harvest70 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing8/sqft
Germination10-21 days
HardinessHardy
Germ. Temp65°F
Start Indoors10 weeks before last frost
Growth Stages
- Seedling
- Establishing
- Budding
- Blooming
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | Mar 16 | May 11 | — | Jul 5 |
| Zone 1b | Mar 16 | May 11 | — | Jul 5 |
| Zone 2a | Mar 6 | May 1 | — | Jun 25 |
| Zone 2b | Mar 16 | May 11 | — | Jul 5 |
| Zone 3a | Mar 13 | May 8 | — | Jul 2 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 6 | May 1 | — | Jun 25 |
| Zone 4a | Feb 24 | Apr 21 | — | Jun 15 |
| Zone 4b | Feb 20 | Apr 17 | — | Jun 11 |
| Zone 5a | Feb 17 | Apr 14 | — | Jun 8 |
| Zone 5b | Feb 17 | Apr 14 | — | Jun 8 |
| Zone 6a | Feb 17 | Apr 14 | — | Jun 8 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 4 | Apr 1 | — | May 26 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 4 | Apr 1 | — | May 26 |
| Zone 7b | Jan 30 | Mar 27 | — | May 21 |
| Zone 8a | Jan 25 | Mar 22 | — | May 16 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 11 | Mar 8 | — | May 2 |
| Zone 9a | Jan 9 | Mar 6 | — | Apr 30 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 30 | Feb 24 | — | Apr 20 |
| Zone 10a | Dec 12 | Feb 6 | — | Apr 2 |
| Zone 10b | Nov 19 | Jan 14 | — | Mar 10 |
| Zone 11a | Nov 19 | Jan 14 | — | Mar 10 |
| Zone 11b | Nov 6 | Jan 1 | — | Feb 25 |
| Zone 12a | Oct 23 | Dec 18 | — | Feb 11 |
| Zone 12b | Oct 23 | Dec 18 | — | Feb 11 |
| Zone 13a | Oct 23 | Dec 18 | — | Feb 11 |
| Zone 13b | Oct 23 | Dec 18 | — | Feb 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Snapdragon?
Snapdragon takes approximately 70 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Snapdragon need?
Snapdragon requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).
How far apart should I plant Snapdragon?
Plant Snapdragon at 8/sqft using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Snapdragon survive frost?
Snapdragon is tolerant of moderate frost.
How long does Snapdragon take to germinate?
Snapdragon seeds germinate in 10-21 days at an optimal temperature of 65°F.
When should I start Snapdragon seeds indoors?
Start Snapdragon seeds indoors 10 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant -2 weeks after last frost.
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