Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Tall flower spikes with colorful dragon-shaped blooms
Growth Habit
Upright and bushy
Bloom Season
Spring to autumn
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Flowering Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
60–90 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
7–10
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
25–30 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well-drained soil with good air circulation
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' a popular flowering plant?
What makes Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' a popular flowering plant?
Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' is admired for its tall, elegant flower spikes and vibrant mix of colorful snapdragon blooms, making it a popular choice for cottage gardens, cutting gardens, borders, and ornamental landscape displays.
Where can Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' be grown?
Where can Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' be grown?
It grows well in flower beds, mixed borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and containers with fertile, well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun.
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Yes, the nectar-rich blooms may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects throughout the flowering season.
Can Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' be used as a cut flower?
Can Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' be used as a cut flower?
Yes, its tall, sturdy flower spikes and long-lasting blooms make it well suited for fresh bouquets, floral arrangements, and decorative indoor displays.
Does removing spent flower spikes encourage continued blooming?
Does removing spent flower spikes encourage continued blooming?
Yes, deadheading faded flower spikes helps keep plants looking tidy and may encourage additional flowering under suitable growing conditions.
Does Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Does Antirrhinum majus 'Maximum Mix' provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Yes, healthy plants produce abundant flower spikes in a vibrant mix of colors above attractive green foliage, adding lasting height, color, texture, and ornamental appeal to gardens, borders, patios, and containers throughout the flowering season under suitable growing conditions.