About Burgundy Snapdragons
Burgundy Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) feature tall flower spikes filled with rich burgundy to deep wine-colored blooms. Their dramatic color and upright form add height, movement, and depth to floral designs. Burgundy snapdragons are especially beautiful for weddings, fall events, moody floral palettes, centerpieces, bouquets, and DIY flower projects.
Burgundy Snapdragon Details
- Color: Burgundy to deep wine red
- Botanical Name: Antirrhinum majus
- Flower Type: Line flower
- Bloom Style: Tall spikes with multiple ruffled florets
- Stem Length: Approximately 24–36 inches
- Bloom Spike: Approximately 6–12 inches
- Vase Life: Approximately 5–7 days with proper care
Designing With Burgundy Snapdragons
Burgundy snapdragons are ideal for floral designs that need height, structure, and rich color. Their upright flower spikes draw the eye through an arrangement while the individual ruffled florets add softness and texture.
Their deep wine coloring works especially well in romantic, dramatic, fall-inspired, garden-style, and jewel-toned floral palettes. Use them to create height in centerpieces, add movement to wedding and event arrangements, or bring rich contrast to mixed flower bouquets.
Flowers That Pair Well With Burgundy Snapdragons
Burgundy snapdragons pair beautifully with roses, ranunculus, lisianthus, hydrangea, stock, dahlias, and complementary greenery. Pair them with blush, cream, and soft pink flowers for romantic contrast or combine them with other deep tones for a dramatic, richly colored floral palette.
Care & Conditioning
When you receive or pick up your snapdragons, trim the stems with a clean, sharp tool and place them promptly into fresh water with floral preservative. Remove any foliage that would fall below the waterline.
Keep snapdragons in a cool location away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, drafts, and ripening fruit. Refresh the water and recut the stems as needed to help maximize vase life.
Pet Safety
Snapdragons are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. However, eating plant material can still cause digestive upset in some pets, so flowers should be kept out of reach of pets that like to chew on plants.
Fun Facts About Snapdragons
- The name snapdragon comes from the flower's unusual shape. When the sides of certain blooms are gently squeezed, the flower can appear to open and close like a tiny dragon's mouth.
- The botanical name Antirrhinum comes from Greek words associated with a nose or snout, another reference to the flower's distinctive shape.
- Snapdragon florets typically open progressively along the flower spike, beginning near the bottom and continuing upward.
- Florists classify snapdragons as line flowers because their tall form helps establish height, direction, and structure in floral designs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burgundy Snapdragons
Are burgundy snapdragons good wedding flowers?
Yes. Burgundy snapdragons are especially well suited for romantic, dramatic, fall, and jewel-toned weddings. Their tall flower spikes add height and movement while their deep color creates richness and contrast.
Can burgundy snapdragons be used in DIY flower arrangements?
Yes. Their sturdy stems and tall flower spikes make snapdragons useful for adding height and structure to DIY bouquets, centerpieces, and event arrangements. For best results, condition the flowers before designing and keep them hydrated while working.
How long do cut snapdragons last?
With proper care, cut snapdragons typically have a vase life of approximately 5–7 days. Fresh water, floral preservative, clean tools, and a cool environment can help maximize their vase life.
Fresh Flower Variations
Fresh flowers are natural products. Exact color, stem length, bloom size, shape, and stage of openness may vary depending on season, variety, and growing conditions. Product photos are representative of the flower and color you can expect but cannot guarantee an exact match.
