Snapdragon Avignon Apricot II F1 | Group 2 | Antirrhinum majus | Pelleted

A Stunning Snapdragon Variety with Unique Apricot-Pink Tones

Snapdragon Avignon Apricot II F1 is a premium Group 2 variety known for its exceptional coloration and high-quality flower stems. The upper lip of the flower leans towards pink, while the lower lip has a more orange hue, creating a stunning gradient effect. This variety is perfect for professional cut flower growers and home gardeners alike.

The Avignon II Series is designed for moderate temperatures and average light conditions, making it a reliable performer in autumn, winter, and early spring. It produces strong, upright stems and long-lasting blooms, ideal for floral arrangements.

This variety is pelleted for easier handling and precise sowing, ensuring uniform germination and plant development.

Key Features:

• Color: Soft apricot-pink hues with a delicate gradient effect
• Growth Habit: Strong, upright stems with uniform flowering
• Ideal for: Autumn and spring planting in greenhouses or outdoors
• Use: Excellent as a cut flower with a long vase life
• Pelleted Seeds: Improved sowing accuracy and germination

Germination Instructions:

• Sow indoors on moist, well-drained seed compost
• Surface sow; do not cover seeds as light aids germination
• Maintain temperatures of 18-20C for 10-21 days until germination occurs
• Transplant seedlings into 8 cm pots when large enough to handle
• Grow in cooler conditions for 10-15 days before planting out
• Space plants 50 cm apart for best results

Growing Instructions:

• Prefers cool weather; mulch around the base to retain soil moisture
• Taller plants may need staking to support long stems
• Deadhead regularly to extend the flowering period
• Tolerates light frost and can be cut back in winter to encourage regrowth
• Suitable for overwintering under glass for early spring blooms

Why Choose Avignon Apricot II F1?

• Unique apricot-pink coloration
• High-quality cut flowers with strong stems
• Pelleted seeds for easier and more uniform planting
• Ideal for autumn and spring greenhouse or outdoor cultivation
• Long-lasting blooms with excellent vase life

Bring elegance and warmth to your garden or floral arrangements with Snapdragon Avignon Apricot II F1!