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snapdragon
noun
snap·drag·on
ˈsnap-ˌdra-gən 
: any of a genus (Antirrhinum of the family Plantaginaceae, the plantain family) of herbs having showy bilabiate flowers
especially
: a widely cultivated one (A. majus) of Mediterranean origin having usually pink, red, yellow, or white flowers
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Certain annual flowers like pansies and snapdragons that often appear at garden centers very early in the spring can also take mild freezing temperatures before the last frost date and keep blooming.
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Charlotte Germane, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2025
Angelonia angustifolia Sun Exposure: Full Soil Type: Fertile, moist, well-draining
Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (5.5-6.8)
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 to 11
Commonly called summer snapdragon, this low-maintenance bloomer thrives in the heat and humidity of Southern gardens.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
Against the walls of a greenhouse, seedlings of cosmos and celosia, lisianthus and snapdragons rise in plastic trays.
—Maryn McKenna, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2025
The menu also reflects the notes and flavors of Creed’s most celebrated fragrances, like the snapdragon apple madeleines (inspired by Aventus For Her) and hazelnut tonka cream puff (inspired by Sublime Vanille).
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2025
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Charlotte Germane, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Mar. 2025
Angelonia angustifolia Sun Exposure: Full Soil Type: Fertile, moist, well-draining
Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (5.5-6.8)
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 to 11
Commonly called summer snapdragon, this low-maintenance bloomer thrives in the heat and humidity of Southern gardens.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
Against the walls of a greenhouse, seedlings of cosmos and celosia, lisianthus and snapdragons rise in plastic trays.
—Maryn McKenna, Scientific American, 13 Feb. 2025
The menu also reflects the notes and flavors of Creed’s most celebrated fragrances, like the snapdragon apple madeleines (inspired by Aventus For Her) and hazelnut tonka cream puff (inspired by Sublime Vanille).
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Feb. 2025
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“Snapdragon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snapdragon. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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snapdragon
noun
snap·drag·on
ˈsnap-ˌdrag-ən
: a widely grown herb having showy usually pink, red, white, or yellow two-lipped flowers
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