Black Prince Snapdragon

Antirrhinum majus 'Black Prince' is a compact snapdragon grown for dense spikes of deep crimson flowers above green foliage that takes on bronze to purple tones. It is a cool-season annual in many gardens, with bloom timing shifting by climate and planting schedule. ## Cultivar and placement The exact [Select Seeds listing](https://www.selectseeds.com/products/snapdragon-black-prince-seeds) describes a half-hardy annual about 18 inches tall and 10 inches wide, with deep crimson tubular flowers, bronze foliage, and flowering from spring to fall. The [Park Seed cultivar page](https://www.parkseed.com/products/black-prince-snapdragon-seeds-00098-pk-p1) independently lists 18 inches tall by 12 inches wide, dark red blooms, bronze-to-purple foliage, and use in beds, borders, containers, and as a cut flower. Both sources support the cultivar identity represented by the live variety field. Plant in full sun to light shade and moist, well-drained soil. In cooler regions, snapdragons often flower through summer; in warmer regions, their strongest displays tend to fall in spring and autumn. The dark flowers and foliage contrast well with pale annuals and green-leaved perennials at the front or middle of a border. ## Maintenance Deadhead spent spikes to reduce seed formation and encourage additional flowers. Select Seeds notes that cutting back after the first flush can prompt renewed growth and flowering; provide good air circulation and watch for aphids or fungal problems.