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When to plant Snapdragon in Howard County, MO

In Zone 6b (Howard County), direct-sow Snapdragon between March 23 and April 13 for spring, after the April 13 last-frost mark.

When to Plant Snapdragon in Howard County, MO

Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are classic cool-season annuals whose upright spikes of dragon-lipped flowers are among spring's most dramatic displays. Tolerating light frosts, they bloom from early spring until summer heat shuts them down — then often revive in fall. In zones 9-11 they are grown as fall-planted winter annuals and may re-seed to naturalize.

Howard County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.

At an elevation of 945 feet, Howard County receives approximately 41.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Snapdragon during the growing season.

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Howard County, MO (Zone 6b) Moderate season
194 days
Last Spring Frost April 13
194 growing days
First Fall Frost October 24

Howard County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Snapdragon Planting Timeline — Howard County, MO

Snapdragon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 2 Feb 2 – Feb 16
Transplant Outdoors April 13 Apr 13 – Apr 27
Direct Sow March 23 Mar 23 – Apr 13
Bloom June 22 Jun 22 – Sep 7

· 9" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February Start Indoors
March Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May
June Bloom
July Bloom
August Bloom
September Bloom
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

70–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6.2–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

194 days in Howard County

Growing Tips for Howard County

Start indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost; seeds need light to germinate — press into moist medium and do not cover. Transplant after hardening off, even if light frosts remain. Pinch seedlings once to encourage branching. Deadhead to prolong blooming. In zones 8-11, sow in fall for a winter-to-spring show. Tall varieties (24-36") make excellent cut flowers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Snapdragon in Howard County, MO?

Howard County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Snapdragon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Howard County, MO?

Howard County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 24.

When should I plant Snapdragon in Howard County, MO?

In Howard County, MO, plant Snapdragon after the last frost (around April 13) and before the first frost (around October 24). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Howard County, MO for Snapdragon?

Howard County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Snapdragon grows reliably in zones 2a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Snapdragon grow in Howard County's climate?

Yes — Snapdragon grows well in Howard County's temperate climate. Howard County averages a 194-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 13 and first frost around October 24.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Howard County, MO. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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