Antirrhinum majus 'Tom Thumb Mixture': compact and colorful snapdragon

Antirrhinum majus 'Tom Thumb Mixture' is a charming, compact snapdragon mix that grows slightly taller than the popular Magic Carpet series, with an average height of around 25 cm . This selection offers a vibrant mix of colors , from bright pink and yellow to red, white, and purple, creating a striking and cheerful effect in borders, flower beds, rock gardens, and pots. Thanks to its compact, upright habit, 'Tom Thumb Mixture' is particularly suitable for smaller gardens and decorative pots where a neat, vertical appearance is desired.

Key Features

• Type: Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus)

• Height: approximately 25 cm

• Flower color: mixed, including bright pink, yellow, red, white and purple

• Flower shape: compact flower spikes, slightly larger than Magic Carpet

• Uses: borders, flower beds, pots, rock gardens

• Growth: compact, upright and fuller than Magic Carpet

• Flowering period: late spring to early summer

Growth and cultivation

'Tom Thumb Mixture' is a low, compact Antirrhinum that is easy to grow and ideal for both professional growers and amateur gardeners. The plants produce vibrant, evenly spaced flower spikes on short, sturdy stems that remain upright. This characteristic makes the series particularly suitable for dense plantings , creating a full and colorful carpet of flowers.

Planting advice:

• Sowing period: early spring to early summer, depending on the climate

• Soil: well-drained, fertile and slightly moist

• Light: full sun to partial shade

• Water: regularly, but avoid flooding

• Maintenance: easy; regularly removing dead flowers encourages new flowering.

Its compact growth allows 'Tom Thumb Mixture' to be planted directly in pots, containers, or borders , making it ideal for balcony and patio planting. Moreover, its upright growth creates a neat structure, contributing to a well-maintained appearance in smaller spaces.

Aesthetic and functional benefits

1. Compact and upright: ideal for smaller gardens and pots, gives a full and well-groomed appearance

2. Colorful and vibrant: a mix of multiple shades creates a striking play of colors

3. Strong stems: support the flower spikes, preventing the flowers from drooping or breaking

4. Versatile use: suitable for borders, rock gardens, flower beds, pots and balcony boxes

5. Early flowering: brings color from late spring to early summer

Application and benefits

Antirrhinum majus 'Tom Thumb Mixture' is particularly suitable for small gardens, roof terraces, balconies, or window boxes where compact, evenly flowering plants are desired. The combination of vibrant colors, sturdy stems, and compact growth makes it an excellent choice for gardeners who want to create a striking yet manageable floral display .

This series also perfectly complements other Antirrhinum series , such as Magic Carpet or Majestic Mixture , for a layered play of color in borders and flowerbeds. Its compact growth also allows 'Tom Thumb Mixture' with other annuals in mixed flower boxes , creating a harmonious and colorful ensemble.

Conclusion

Antirrhinum majus 'Tom Thumb Mixture' is a compact, colorful, and versatile snapdragon mixture, ideal for both small and medium-sized gardens . Reaching a height of approximately 25 cm and with upright, bushy growth, this mix offers vibrant flower spikes in multiple colors , perfect for borders, window boxes, pots, and rockeries.

Thanks to its easy cultivation, compact structure, and vibrant colors, 'Tom Thumb Mixture' is an excellent choice for amateur gardeners and professionals carefree, colorful, and decorative results . This series combines aesthetic beauty with practicality, delivering a richly flowering garden or pot plant from late spring to early summer.