Costa II Mix (F1) Snapdragon Seed

Product ID:1679.111679

Quick Facts

Latin Name

Antirrhinum majus

Days To Maturity

Days To Maturity

Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.

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100 - 110 Days

Life Cycle

Life Cycle

Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).

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Annual

Hybrid Status

Hybrid Status

Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next.

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Hybrid (F1)

Product Features

Product Features

Greenhouse Performer Greenhouse Performer
Variety that we have found, based on our trials, to be the best performers in a climate-controlled greenhouse environment.
Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets
Variety good for fresh cut-flower displays.
Edible Flowers Edible Flowers
Variety's flowers may be consumed.
Fragrant Fragrant
Variety is highly fragrant.
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Greenhouse Performer Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets Edible Flowers Fragrant

Costa II Mix (F1) Snapdragon Seed

Product ID:1679.111679

Exclusive! Early mix for spring and fall production.

Exceptionally robust stems, high yields, and uniform growth in the field or greenhouse when grown under short days and low temperatures. Considered a Group 2 snapdragon. This mix includes Rose, Silver (very light pink), White, Velvet (burgundy), and Apricot. Colors are subject to change depending upon availability.

  • Edible Flowers: The flowers are a colorful garnish for use in salads, desserts, and drinks. The flavor is floral and slightly bitter, so use sparingly.

Specs:

  • Plant Height: 28–36"
  • Packet: 50 seeds
  • Avg. 185,000 seeds/oz

Quick Facts

Latin Name

Antirrhinum majus

Days To Maturity

Days To Maturity

Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.

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100 - 110 Days

Life Cycle

Life Cycle

Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).

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Annual

Hybrid Status

Hybrid Status

Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next.

Close

Hybrid (F1)

Product Features

Product Features

Greenhouse Performer Greenhouse Performer
Variety that we have found, based on our trials, to be the best performers in a climate-controlled greenhouse environment.
Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets
Variety good for fresh cut-flower displays.
Edible Flowers Edible Flowers
Variety's flowers may be consumed.
Fragrant Fragrant
Variety is highly fragrant.
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Greenhouse Performer Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets Edible Flowers Fragrant

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

7-14 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C)

SOWING:

Transplant (recommended) - Surface-sow into 128-cell flats or preferred seedling container 8-10 weeks before planting out. Light is required for germination; cover just enough to hold seeds in place. Pinching is recommended if branching is desired. Light is required for germination, but a fine layer of vermiculite covering the seeds can maintain moisture levels and prevent algae growth. Bottom water or mist lightly to avoid covering the seed with displaced soil. Transplant to cell packs or larger containers when the first true leaves appear, approximately 3-4 weeks after sowing. If desired, for a bushier plant that produces more flower-producing side branches, pinch young plants back by half their height when plants have formed 4-6 leaves or are approximately 3-4 inches tall. Pinching will delay the crop time by a few weeks. If pinching, space plants 6-12 inches apart. Direct seeding is not recommended.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun/Part Shade.

PLANT HEIGHT:

Varies.

PLANT SPACING:

4-12".

HARDINESS ZONES:

Annual.

STEM LENGTH:

12-60". When grown as a one-cut, stems can be as long as the full height of the plants. When grown for multiple cuts per plant, stems vary in length at 12-36".

VASE LIFE:

7-10 days.

STORAGE TEMPERATURE:

32-40°F (0-4°C).

HARVEST:

Florets on lower 1/3- 1/2 of the spike are open.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

Rich, well-drained, moist soil. pH: Neutral soil is preferred.

USES:

Cut flower, edible flower.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Antirrhinum majus

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