Snapdragon 'Chantilly Bronze'

Chantilly Bronze - (Antirrhinum majus)

Elegant and gently untamed, Chantilly Bronze Snapdragon brings a warm, painterly glow to the garden. With tall, airy spires of open-faced blooms in a romantic wash of antique apricot, soft copper, and blushing bronze, this unique variety evokes faded tapestries and late summer light. Part of the open-faced Chantilly series, these snapdragons have a more natural, butterfly-like form and bloom earlier than traditional types. Ideal for cutting gardens, they offer long, strong stems and exceptional vase life. Grows beautifully in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. A magnet for pollinators and a dream in arrangements, Chantilly Bronze pairs beautifully with mauves, creams, and deep wine tones for a gathered-from-the-garden look.

Classified as a Group 1–2 snapdragon, Chantilly Bronze thrives under short days and cool temperatures. It is not suited for long-day production, where stems become thin and weak. Best grown in early spring or autumn, either in the field or greenhouse. Suitable for cooler seasons, cutting gardens, and bouquets with a nostalgic, gathered feel.

DETAILS:

QTY: 50

TYPE: Annual

SITE: Full Sun/ Part Shade

DEPTH: Surface Sow

GERMINATION: 10 - 21 days at 21-24°C

HEIGHT: 28 - 36"

MATURITY: 110 - 120 Days

SPACING: 6 - 8"

PINCH: Yes

HOW TO GROW:

Indoors (recommended): For best results, chill seeds for 48 hours prior to sowing to improve germination. Sow seeds into flats or other seedling containers 8–10 weeks before your average last frost date. Light is required for germination, so surface-sow the seeds and cover just enough to hold them in place. A very fine layer of vermiculite can be used to maintain moisture levels while still allowing light to penetrate. To avoid displacing the tiny seeds, bottom water or mist the containers lightly. Once seedlings are established, harden them off for 7-10 days before transplanting them outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.

Direct Seeding (not recommended): Snapdragons require a long, cool growing season to produce blooms. Direct seeding is generally not recommended as it often results in later, less prolific flowering.

Soil Preference and Watering: Snapdragons thrive in full sun and prefer rich, well-drained soil. Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during germination and while young plants are establishing. Once mature, water regularly but avoid waterlogging the soil.

Pinching: To encourage a bushier plant with more flowers, pinch the tops of young plants when they are 4–6 inches tall. This will promote branching. If pinching, space the plants 6–8 inches apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.

Fertilizing: Snapdragons are heavy feeders. Regular applications of a balanced liquid fertilizer will promote continuous blooming. Alternatively, amend the soil with compost before planting.