Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson'
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Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson'
- "Shall I compare thee to a summer's antirrhinum?" - William Shakespeare (via a slight Roots edit)
- This snapdragon is part of the Sonnet series and we just know that the Bard would've loved it - after all, how couldn't you?!
- Featuring attractive racemes of deep red flowers, evocative of the West-End's plushest theatres, this plant is certainly a scene-stealer
- Makes a wonderful cut flower for bouquets and arrangements
- Certified by the RHS as one of its Plants for Pollinators, this antirrhinum will definitely bring the bees and butterflies to your garden
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson' grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson' typically reaches a mature height of 45 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson' prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson' does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Antirrhinum 'Sonnet Crimson' is rated H3, tolerating temperatures down to -5°C. It is often grown as an annual in the UK, though it may survive mild winters in southern regions; it will not survive harsh northern winters.
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