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Antirrhinum seeds: Chinese Lanterns
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Antirrhinum seeds: Chinese Lanterns
Half-hardy Annual Trailer
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Sun or part shade
- Soil: Well drained
- Germination: Experience Useful
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Baskets, Bedding, Containers, Patio, Tubs
Description
Trailing. A breeding triumph: cascading Antirrhinums! In a mixture of seven colors, including pure colors and bicolors, the "Snapdragon" flowers are borne on self branching, vigorous plants. Ideally made for hanging baskets, containers and window boxes.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors 8-10 weeks before planting out after last frost zones 2-7, autumn zones 8-10. |
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Germinate at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed sowing mix. Do not cover the seed. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a plastic bag until after germination which usually takes 10-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 23-30cm (9-12in) apart.
Aftercare Instructions
Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage further blooming.