Snapdragon Sweet Duet Appleblossom F1 | Antirrhinum majus | H 30-40 cm

Snapdragon Sweet Duet Appleblossom F1 | Antirrhinum majus | H 30–40 cm

Double flowered and fragrant – a perfect duet of beauty and scent!

Antirrhinum majus Sweet Duet Appleblossom F1 is a compact, double-flowered and highly fragrant snapdragon variety, specially bred for premium retail and cut-flower performance. With its soft apple blossom pink tones, this dwarf variety combines romance, fragrance, and elegance in one perfect plant.

Each spire is covered with large, double, frilled flowers blending from pale blush edges to deep rose centres, releasing a sweet, clove-like scent that enchants gardens and floral arrangements alike. Despite its compact size, Sweet Duet Appleblossom is vigorous, well-branched, and long-flowering, ideal for pots, borders, and bouquets.

Plant Information

• Botanical name: Antirrhinum majus
• Variety: Sweet Duet Appleblossom F1
• Common name: Snapdragon, Lion’s Mouth
• Type: Annual (short-lived perennial in mild climates)
• Height: 30–40 cm
• Width: 30 cm
• Bloom type: Fully double, frilled, and highly fragrant
• Color: Soft apple blossom pink with pale and deep rose tones
• Blooming time: Autumn, late spring, and early summer
• Habit: Compact, upright, well-branched
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained; pH 5.5–6.0
• Vase life: 5–7 days
• Uses: Pots, flower beds, borders, cut flowers, edible flowers

Key Features

• Highly fragrant double blooms with clove-like scent
• Compact 30–40 cm habit – perfect for pots and front borders
• Lush branching ensures abundant flowering
• Weather-resistant and deer/rabbit-proof
• Edible flowers – beautiful and delicious in salads, drinks, or desserts
• Perennial in mild climates, or easily grown as an annual
• Loved by pollinators, disliked by deer and rabbits

🌱 Growing Instructions

• Sowing indoors (recommended):
  • Sow on the surface of moist, well-drained seed compost (do not cover – light is required).
  • Maintain 15–25 °C for germination (use a propagator or warm, bright windowsill).
  • Keep moist but not wet – mist gently or use a clear cover to retain humidity.
  • Germination takes approx. 10–15 days.
• Transplanting:
  • When seedlings have 3–4 leaves, transplant into pots or trays and grow at 14–16 °C.
  • Harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost.
• Outdoor sowing:
  • Sow directly in spring or late winter in mild climates. Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart.
• Growing tips:
  • Prefers sunny, well-drained positions.
  • Avoid overwatering; allow slight drying between waterings.
  • Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
  • Trim after flowering to promote regrowth (may overwinter in mild climates).

Why Choose Snapdragon Sweet Duet Appleblossom F1

This compact, delightfully scented “Sweet Duet” variety brings the best of both worlds – exquisite double flowers and sweet perfume. Perfect for balconies, patio pots, borders, and cutting gardens, it offers abundant blooms and romantic colour all season long.

✨ Order your Snapdragon Sweet Duet Appleblossom F1 seeds today and enjoy a garden filled with fragrance, texture, and timeless pink charm!