Antirrhinum majus Avignon Silver F1 | Group 2 | Snapdragon

A truly unique silver blush snapdragon with exceptional stem quality for premium autumn and spring cut flower production.

Antirrhinum majus 'Avignon Silver F1' is an outstanding Group 2 Snapdragon featuring an elegant silver blush colour with delicate lavender and soft pink undertones. This rare, sophisticated shade makes it one of the most distinctive snapdragons available, adding depth and elegance to wedding bouquets, luxury floral designs, and pastel-inspired arrangements.

Part of the professional Avignon Series from Evanthia, Avignon Silver F1 is bred for excellent performance under moderate light levels and cool to mild temperatures. It produces strong, upright stems with outstanding uniformity and high yields, making it an excellent choice for both greenhouse and outdoor cut flower production.

Ideal for sowing from late summer through winter and early spring, Avignon Silver delivers premium-quality flower spikes during the valuable autumn and spring harvest seasons.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Antirrhinum majus
• Common name: Snapdragon
• Series: Avignon
• Group: 2
• Flower colour: Silver blush with soft lavender-pink tones
• Plant type: Annual
• Plant height: 80–100 cm
• Stem length: 80–100 cm
• Growing location: Greenhouse or outdoor cultivation
• Growing period: 8–20 weeks from transplant
• Sowing season: Late summer, winter, and early spring
• Light: Full sun to partial sun
• Plant spacing: 10–30 cm
• Vase life: 7–10 days
• Use: Premium cut flower, cutting gardens, borders

Sowing Instructions

Start seeds indoors or in a greenhouse 8–10 weeks before transplanting.

Surface sow seeds in plug trays or seedling containers. Light is required for germination, so cover only very lightly or with a thin layer of fine vermiculite to help maintain moisture. Maintain temperatures of 21–24°C (70–75°F) during germination.

Seedlings are typically ready for transplanting 3–4 weeks after sowing, once the first true leaves have developed.

For premium cut flower production, sow from late summer through winter and early spring for flowering in autumn and spring.

Growing Tips

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or light partial shade.

For the longest, highest-quality flower spikes, grow as a single-cut crop without pinching.

If multiple flowering stems are desired, pinch plants once they have developed 4–6 true leaves. This encourages branching but delays flowering by several weeks.

Support netting is recommended to produce perfectly straight stems suitable for professional cut flower production.

Harvest

Harvest stems when one-third to one-half of the florets on the flower spike have opened. This stage provides the longest vase life while allowing upper florets to continue opening after harvest.

Why You'll Love Avignon Silver F1

• Premium florist-quality Snapdragon
• Rare silver blush flowers with lavender-pink tones
• Strong, sturdy stems
• Excellent stem uniformity
• High-yielding professional variety
• Ideal for autumn and spring production
• Suitable for greenhouse and outdoor cultivation
• Excellent vase life of 7–10 days
• Perfect for wedding flowers and luxury floral design
• Beautiful complement to pastel colour palettes
• Ideal for flower farms and cutting gardens

Antirrhinum majus Avignon Silver F1 is an exceptional Group 2 Snapdragon offering one of the most unique colours in the series. Its elegant silver-lavender blush blooms, outstanding stem quality, and reliable cool-season performance make it an excellent choice for flower farmers, florists, and gardeners seeking distinctive, premium-quality snapdragons for professional cut flower production.