Flower seed of snapdragon - Interhem (Antirrhinum majus)

Common name: Snapdragon - Antirrhinum Scientific name: Antirrhinum majus Other names: Sphinx flower - Bull's nose - Calf's nose - Flowering spire A herbaceous biennial plant that grows indoors in summer, and is cultivated outdoors in winter when temperatures drop. When temperatures rise, the plant is affected, so it is moved to protected places to continue growing. The flowering spire is tubular-shaped, resembling a spike with multiple attractive colors when cultivated on a large scale. There are many varieties, some reaching more than 1 meter in height and others shrub-like in shape. • Snapdragon flowers: Their flowers are arranged in a simple spike with many colors and diverse shapes, and have a fragrant, pleasant scent. They are attractive to bees, blooming from March to October. • Snapdragon seeds: The seeds come inside small boxes measuring 1.2 cm, and are black in color. • Best season for planting Snapdragon: The best time to plant Snapdragon is in September and October through seeds, as well as by cuttings during spring. It can also be cultivated year-round in agricultural protected environments, enclosed or plastic places where temperature can be controlled, and where the plant receives adequate sunlight or lighting. • Suitable climate and soil for Snapdragon: The plant needs soil rich in balanced fertilizers, neutral in acidity, in sunny locations, regularly watered. The soil should be well-drained and not waterlogged in winter when densely planted on garden edges. • How to cultivate Snapdragon: It propagates through seeds planted at a depth of 1 cm to 2 cm from the soil surface. It can also be fertilized with organic fertilizer at least once during flowering to accelerate growth. • Benefits and uses: Snapdragon gives a distinctive appearance to the place due to its bright colors and stunning look, making it suitable for decorating locations and sites. Oil can be extracted from it, which has a value comparable to olive oil, and it is used in cosmetic products. • Native habitat of Snapdragon: Its original habitat is Europe, the Mediterranean Basin, and North Africa. It is cultivated in Saudi Arabia, Gulf countries, and many Arab countries.