snapdragon

noun

snap·drag·on ˈsnap-ˌdra-gən

: any of a genus (Antirrhinum of the family Plantaginaceae, the plantain family) of herbs having showy bilabiate flowers

especially : a widely cultivated one (A. majus) of Mediterranean origin having usually pink, red, yellow, or white flowers

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This Lego building kit creates a vibrant bouquet of roses, snapdragons, poppies, and more for a vase-worthy display that can be enjoyed for years. —

Maggie Horton, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024 Consider colorful combinations of petunias, dusty miller and snapdragons for flower beds. 45. —

Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Nov. 2024 Mix them with other cool-season annuals like petunias, dianthus, snapdragons and dusty miller. —

Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2024 The ceremony site was decorated with arrangements of purple snapdragons, tangerine roses, blue thistle, deep red hypericum and marigolds. —

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