Narrative Description:
A superb snapdragon selection that is hardy and perennial in nature, rather than annual like most Antirrhinum. Beautiful rich purple flowers are borne in great numbers throughout spring and summer, complemented by the purple-flushed, dark green disease-resistant foliage. A robust plant that is destined to become a big favourite with gardeners. Shiryu is the Japanese word for purple dragon – dragons are revered as benevolent deities and symbols of good fortune in Japanese folklore.
Ideal Conditions:
Prefers full sun and free-draining soil or compost.
Possible Situation:
Ideal for cottage garden planting.
Accreditations /
Awards:
Resilience:
Hardy Perennial (H4 -10°C to -5°C)
Habit:
Bushy
Height x Spread / Trail:
45 x 45 cm
Features:
Attracts Wildlife
Typical Season:
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Flower Colour:
Purple
Foliage Colour:
Green
Bronze
Purple
Flowering Time:
April - September
Planting Recommendations:
Bed/Border
Container
Prefers:
Full Sun
Part Sun
Temperature Tolerance:
A hardy plant which should survive at least three years in normal winter conditions outside, especially if protected from the hardest frosts.
Plant Care:
Remove old flowers to encourage further blooms.
Family:
PLANTAGINACEAE
Genus:
Antirrhinum
Cultivar:
Shiryu Kiss
UPOV:
ANTSK
UPOV No:
Category:
Hardy Perennials
Recommended Pot Sizes:
9cm
11cm
1Ltr
Pot Spacing:
Leave enough room so that foliage does not overlap within crop time.
Typical time required from pot to sale:
0 weeks over Winter
0 weeks in Spring / Summer
Requires Pinching / Cutting Back
Based on producing a finished pot size of 1L for plug products and 2L for liner products. (*)
Growing Media / Irrigation / Water Capacity:
Free draining - keep evenly moist
Feeding / Fertilser
(during crop time):
NPK balanced feeding
Feeding Frequency:
Requires normal/regular feeding (Standard EC)
Recommended pH:
Standard 5.0 to 5.5
Growth Regulation PGR:
Not Recommended
Temperature During Production:
Medium crop 8 - 15°C
Temperature During Transport:
12-16°C
Available for Delivery:
N/A
Recommended Sales Window:
N/A
Forecast Availability:
| Wk/Yr: | 33/26 |
|---|---|
| Qty: | 2 |
Please note: this forecasted availability is a guide only. Quantities can be increased or produced earlier on request.
Common Pests:
Common Diseases:
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50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
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50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
Additional Notes (*):
All information provided is based on producing a default finished pot size of 1L for our plug products, and 2L for 7cm and 9cm liner products. For alternative pot sizes please adjust cultural notes accordingly.
Finishing times - Based on average estimated climatic and environmental conditions, and are for guidance purposes only.
Temperature – These conditions assume a protected ornamental growing environment. Recommended growing is generally above 5°C.
Feeding – Does not specify controlled release or liquid fertiliser application. This choice will depend on your conditions, requirements and preferences – please contact your fertiliser consultant for suitable products to meet your requirements.
Growing media and pH – Is shown for guidance purposes only - please contact your growing media consultant for suitable growing media to meet your requirements.
Disclaimer
This information is for guidance purposes only and is based upon our own growing environment and experience during trials. It is wise to use your own knowledge about your growing conditions and local environment in order to make informed cultural decisions.
