Moderate/Warm Season (Groups 2–3)

Snapdragons in flowering groups 2 and 3 bridge the seasons, blooming in late spring or early fall when days are moderate in length and temperatures are mild. The Cannes series is our main offering here, with lavender, light bronze, orange, pink, and a mix, all hybrids with full spikes on strong stems. These are a good fit for unheated high tunnels planted in early spring, or for fields where the main crop is timed for June. Grow them on netting to keep stems straight. Start plugs about 8 to 10 weeks before planting out. Harvest when the lowest third of the florets are open, and store cut stems upright to prevent bending.