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Antirrhinum majus 'Canary Bird'

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Antirrhinum majus 'Canary Bird' plant details

Antirrhinum majus 'Canary Bird' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Antirrhinum majus 'Canary Bird'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Antirrhinum majus 'Canary Bird'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

‘Canary Bird’ was introduced to horticulture over fifty years ago, and has excellent vigor. Providing months of deep yellow flowers on strong stems that are great for cutting, this lovely snap grows to 3’ in height (probably not more than one foot wide.) Did you know that snapdragons often live over as perennials? I have one in my garden that’s at least 3 years old and still putting forth blooms. This bird would be a superb companion to Delphiniums blues! Rich soil is best, with average water. Avoid overhead watering if you are worried about rust issues, and deadhead to prolong flowering.

Gardening facts about Antirrhinum majus 'Canary Bird' plant

How to Grow Antirrhinum majus 'Canary Bird'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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