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Genus Asarina (Twining snapdragon)

Asarina scandens Photo/Illustration: Susan Roth

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Common Name: Twining snapdragon Synonyms: Antirrhinum

Asarina includes anywhere from 1 to 16 species (some of them have been reclassified into other genera) of twining or sprawling perennials from Mexico, southern Europe, and the southwestern U.S. The flowers resemble snapdragons and come in white and shades of yellow, pink, and purple. Blooming for most of the summer, "climbing snapdragon" will trail over walls, rocks, raised beds, or banks.
Noteworthy characteristics: Snapdragon-like flowers over a long period in summer. .
Care: Needs well-drained, sandy soil in full sun or partial shade.
Propagation: Sow seed at 61°F in early spring, or root tip cuttings in summer.
Problems: Infrequent.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Asarina

Asarina scandens
(Figwort, Creeping snapdragon)

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A half-hardy perennial, this sophisticated climber grows to 8 feet tall. It has a profuse show of 1.5-inch indigo, violet, pink, or white flowers. It's great for the cold greenhouse or conservatory, and will often bloom until the end of the year unless there is a hard frost.