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Antirrhinum majus 'Ruby'

Also Known As

  • Ruby Snapdragon

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 18"-36"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 8b-11

Antirrhinum majus 'Ruby' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Antirrhinum majus 'Ruby'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red 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 'Ruby'

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

Vertical spikes of bloom are dramatic accents in the garden. 'Ruby's' rich red color looks great paired with our heirloom 'Black Prince'.

Gardening facts about Antirrhinum majus 'Ruby' plant

How to Grow Antirrhinum majus 'Ruby'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-18"

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  • regular - occasional
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Perennial, Annual / Biennial

Zones

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Size

Height: 24"-36"

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