Snapdragon - Orleans Early Lemon
Snapdragon - Orleans Early Lemon
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Glowing with soft, buttery warmth, Snapdragon ‘New Orleans Yellow’ brings a sunny elegance to garden beds and bouquets alike. This variety features gently ruffled blooms in a luminous pale yellow, carried on tall, sturdy stems with a branching habit ideal for cutting. Part of the New Orleans series, it’s known for its heat tolerance and reliable early flowering, making it a standout in both early summer arrangements and longer-season displays.
Best for: Soft yellow bouquets, cheerful borders, cottage gardens, and early-season floral arrangements.
Approx 20 seeds per packet
Growing Information
| Season | Best sown in early spring for early summer blooming. |
| Type | Focal Co-star, spike/spire |
| Blooms | Multiple Stems |
| Edible | Individual florets are edible |
| Spacing | Space 20–25cm apart for strong stems and airflow. |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 days |
| Days to Maturity | 110-115 days |
| Sowing Tips |
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before transplanting. Surface sow onto moist seed-raising mix and gently press in—light aids germination. Harden off before planting out. Pinch at 3–4 sets of true leaves to encourage strong branching. |
| Growing Tips |
Grows best in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Provide support, especially in windy areas. Cut when one-third of the flowers have opened for best vase life. Cool nights and moderate temperatures will give the best stem length and colour. Keep harvesting or deadheading to encourage continued blooming. |
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