How much sun does Withered snapdragon need?

Withered snapdragon grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Withered snapdragon bloom?

Withered snapdragon blooms in April, May, June, and July.

Where is Withered snapdragon native?

Withered snapdragon (Antirrhinum multiflorum) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Withered snapdragon attract?

Withered snapdragon draws bees.

Withered snapdragon

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Antirrhinum multiflorum

Last reviewed: October 2026

Withered snapdragon (Antirrhinum multiflorum) is a perennial forb native to CA. It blooms in April, May, June, and July. The flowers draw bees.

Withered snapdragon (Antirrhinum multiflorum) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org (opens in new tab), last reviewed 2026-08-15). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–36" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Native to

Pollinators

bees

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A sticky-glandular, sprawling to semi-erect perennial snapdragon with narrow leaves and pink to rose-purple snapdragon-shaped flowers along the stems. Often scrambles through burned or disturbed chaparral for a loose, informal look.

Growing Withered snapdragon

Grow Withered snapdragon in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 36 inches tall and spread 12 to 24 inches wide.

Wildlife value

The snapdragon-shaped flowers require large-bodied bees strong enough to pry them open, so bumble bees are the primary pollinators.

Common questions

How much sun does Withered snapdragon need?: Withered snapdragon grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Withered snapdragon bloom?: Withered snapdragon blooms in April, May, June, and July.
Where is Withered snapdragon native?: Withered snapdragon (Antirrhinum multiflorum) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Withered snapdragon toxic to dogs?: Withered snapdragon is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
Is Withered snapdragon toxic to cats?: Withered snapdragon is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
What pollinators does Withered snapdragon attract?: Withered snapdragon draws bees.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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