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Antirrhinum majus 'Rocket Red'

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description Antirrhinum majus 'Rocket Red' (tall snapdragon) bears showy, bright red, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to mid-fall. This tender perennial is upright and has medium green foliage that is glossy and medium textured.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container and cut flowers.
Special Characteristics This tender perennial attracts hummingbirds to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Antirrhinum majus 'Rocket Red' (tall snapdragon) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.