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Snapdragons wide variety of colors make them a versatile choice for the garden. In Iowa, they can be grown as a short-lived perennial or treated as an annual. Depending on the severity of the winter, snapdragons may not return. They can self seed in favorable conditions, however, so you may not need to plant new snapdragons each year. The biggest concerns when growing snapdragons is planting depth and soil drainage. Always sow the seeds in well-drained soil by sprinkling them on the surface and pressing down. If planted too deeply, they may not germinate. If the soil drainage is poor, they may rot at the roots. If you are looking for a colorful, long-blooming, and fun addition to your garden, take a look at snapdragons.

Please note that the Zones listed above are USDA Hardiness Zones and are only given as a rough indication of whether a plant will grow and thrive in your area. Temperature variations and unusual weather conditions can affect plant survival. To assist plant survival during the winter, you may wish to place mulch over the areas in question or plant the flowers in an area away from walls or cement. Additionally, digging up bulbs and roots to overwinter indoors may be preferrable to keeping them in the ground.