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When to Plant Snapdragon in Dickey County, ND

Dickey County, North Dakota Zone 4b June

What to do in June

Welcome to June in Zone 4b. These are the moves that will have the biggest impact on your growing season.

Avg. last frost May 10
Avg. first frost September 29
Soil temp (4") 64°F
Watering Moderate
Pest pressure High
Daylight 15.5 hrs
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  • Starting indoors: snapdragon
  • First harvests: snapdragon

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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.

Dickey County, North Dakota is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 10 and the first fall frost is September 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 142 days.

At an elevation of 550 feet, Dickey County receives approximately 20.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Snapdragon to ensure they mature before fall.

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Dickey County, ND (Zone 4b) Short season
142 days
Last Spring Frost May 10
142 growing days
First Fall Frost September 29

Dickey County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.6-7.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Snapdragon Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (18 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 21 Transplant: May 2 🌸 Bloom: Jul 11 – Sep 5
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (16 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 1 Transplant: May 10 🌸 Bloom: Jul 19 – Sep 13
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (21 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 10 Transplant: May 19 🌸 Bloom: Jul 28 – Sep 22

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Soil Compatibility in Dickey County

How your county's soil matches Snapdragon's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (6.6–7.7) is more alkaline than Snapdragon prefers (6.2–7.0). Add sulfur or peat moss to lower pH.

Soil Texture

The loam soil in Dickey County is excellent for Snapdragon — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Drainage

Drainage is adequate for Snapdragon.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is moderate (3.5%). Annual compost additions will help Snapdragon.

How to Plant Snapdragon

9"
Between Plants
12"
Between Rows

Succession Planting Snapdragon

2
successive plantings in your 142-day season

Sow every 8 weeks. Last sowing by Jun 21 to harvest before frost.

Snapdragon Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.6″/week
You supply
0.8″/week
Watering frequency 2-3 times/week
Season total 1,034 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Monthly Watering Guide for Snapdragon

Snapdragon needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Snapdragon Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 0.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 1.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
May 4.3" 2.7" 1.6" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 2.7" 1.6" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2" 2.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 1.3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Nov 0.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 0.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (May–Sep in Dickey County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Snapdragon Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Snapdragon needs ~914 GDD — county provides 1,526 GDD Excellent fit

Snapdragon Planting Timeline — Dickey County, ND

Snapdragon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 1 Mar 1 – Mar 15
Transplant Outdoors May 10 May 10 – May 24
Bloom July 19 Jul 19 – Sep 13

· 9" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

1"/week · 2-3 times/week

📅 Days to Maturity

70–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6.2–7 · Your soil: too_alkaline

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 4b

📆 Growing Season

142 days in Dickey County

Growing Tips for Snapdragon in Dickey County

Direct sow Snapdragon outdoors after May 10 in Dickey County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

Dickey County receives only 21" of rain annually. Snapdragon needs consistent moisture — install drip irrigation or water deeply 2-3 times per week.

General growing tips

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.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Snapdragon in Dickey County, ND?

Dickey County is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 10. Plan your Snapdragon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Dickey County, ND?

Dickey County, North Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 10 and first fall frost is September 29.

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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 Dickey County, ND. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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