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Planting Snapdragon in Zone 9

Antirrhinum majus

Snapdragon thrives in zone 9 (hardy 211)

Can I plant today?

⏳ Not the right window

Snapdragon has a specific planting window in zone 9. Check back in spring.

Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·

Zone's last frost

around February 15

Zone's first frost

around December 15

Bloom window

May – October

Peak bloom

June

Sun required

full sun, part sun

Mature height

24"

Spacing

9" apart

Type

annual

How to plant Snapdragon in zone 9

Cool-season bloomer. Start indoors 8 weeks before last frost or set out transplants early spring. Pinch tops for bushier plants.

💡 In zone 9, start seeds indoors around January — about 8 weeks before your last frost.

Pair with these for continuous bloom

Snapdragon peaks in June. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.

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