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Antirrhinum Mini Butterflies Mixed

Antirrhinum 'Mini Butterflies Mixed' is a compact, dwarf perennial celebrated for its vivid, butterfly-shaped blooms and sweet, bubblegum fragrance. Also known as snapdragon, this variety brings cheerful colour and delightful scent to gardens large or small.

Why Choose Antirrhinum 'Mini Butterflies Mixed'?

• Botanical Profile: Antirrhinum majus is native to the Mediterranean and is prized for its upright spikes of colourful flowers. The 'Mini Butterflies Mixed' selection offers a blend of pinks, yellows, reds, and whites on a compact frame.
• Growth Habit: This dwarf form typically reaches 20–30cm in height, making it ideal for edging paths, filling patio pots, or brightening up window boxes.
• Flowering Period: Enjoy continuous blooms from early summer into autumn (June–September), providing long-lasting garden interest.
• Scent & Wildlife: The distinctive bubblegum aroma attracts bees and butterflies, supporting local pollinators.

Planting & Care Guide

• When to Plant: Plant garden-ready Antirrhinum outdoors from spring after the last frost.
• Soil Preferences: Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH.
• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser monthly during the growing season for best results.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage more flowers and extend the display period.

Design Ideas & Companion Plants

• Create vibrant borders by pairing with Lobelia, Alyssum, or Marigolds—plants that share similar sun and soil preferences.
• Add to cottage garden schemes or use as cheerful fillers in mixed containers and hanging baskets.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Antirrhinum 'Mini Butterflies Mixed'?
  The ideal planting time is spring after the risk of frost has passed. Your garden-ready plants can be planted straight into prepared soil or containers.
• How tall does this variety grow?
  This dwarf variety typically reaches 20–30cm in height—perfect for pots and low borders.
• Does it need much maintenance?
  No—just water regularly during dry spells and deadhead faded flowers to keep blooms coming all summer long.