Antirrhinum nuttallianum

Also Known As

Nuttall's Snapdragon
Violet Snapdragon

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

1-12

Antirrhinum nuttallianum plant details

Antirrhinum nuttallianum is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial or perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Antirrhinum nuttallianum

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender 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 nuttallianum

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Spare but sweet this soft violet wildflower doesn't have the flash of the garden snaps, but its wee 1/4" purple flowers, which are borne en masse, are indubitably charming & add an interesting texture to the native garden. Picture its blooming stalks of lavender entwined with the soft apricot of Mimulus bifidus! See? That's pretty. From the Southern part of our fair state, in garden conditions this species can achieve 2-3' in height & spread, but in poor soil & with low water the size will be proportionally smaller. A sunny site is suitable & the company of other natives.