Snapdragon

Snapdragon

Many gardeners know how beautiful snapdragons are. Aside from being a garden plant, it is also popular in arrangements and bouquets. There are various species of snapdragons, with some being perennials, while others are annuals.

About Snapdragon

Snapdragons feature lance-shaped leaves with blooms that usually come in lavender, pink, red, orange, yellow, white or combinations of the mentioned colours. They are a sought-after bloom in many floral arrangements because of their jubilant and bright petals. Matured snapdragons can grow up to 48 inches, but the height differs depending on their variety. Beyond floral arrangements, this blooming plant is also popular in most backyard gardens.

Scientific Name

The scientific name of a snapdragon is Antirrhinum, the name of the genus it belongs to and is part of the Antirrhineae family. The name of this flowering plant came from the fact that it looks like a dragon when squeezed.

History and Origin

Snapdragon is native to North Africa and Europe. It spread throughout the world and reached the US through the colonists. Tracing its history is a bit difficult as it has changed so many times throughout the year. What’s known is it was once one of three genetic subsections, which now have its own genus thanks to advanced DNA mapping.

Symbolisms and Arrangements

Florists and gardeners have associated numerous meanings to snapdragons throughout the years. Others say that incorporating this flower cut into arrangements or bouquets shows the sign of being presumptuous. Some thought that it is the symbol of graciousness and deception. Many kids admired this plant because of its mythical appearance, making them believe that dragons existed in this world. Although snapdragons do not look very good with bouquets compared to other flower cuts, they thrive as potted plants. You can incorporate a few snapdragon flower cuts in different flower arrangements such as pomander, single stem, contemporary, crescent, hand-tied, and round bouquets. Overall, snapdragons are a good garden plant, event plant, and fillers for bouquets and arrangements.