📍 Ovid, NY · Zone 6b · Last frost Wednesday, April 15, 2026
✏️ ChangeWhen to Plant Snapdragon in Ovid, New York (14521)
Location
Ovid, New York
ZIP Code
14521
USDA Zone
6b
Last Frost
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates
Start Seeds Indoors
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Transplant Outdoors
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Based on last frost Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · Zone 6b
Pro tip: Start Snapdragon seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
🌿 Plant Details
☀️ Growing Requirements
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Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Water
Regular (1-2 inches/week)
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Spacing
12" apart
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Planting Depth
0.125" deep
Seeds typically germinate in 10-21 days
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Snapdragon
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🌾 Seed Saving Guide
🟡 ModerateWhen to Harvest Seed
Allow seed pods to dry and turn brown on the spike. Small holes in pods will open when ripe.
Processing
Shake dry pods over a bowl to collect tiny seeds. Dry 1 additional week.
Seed Viability
Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.
Pro Tip
Many snapdragons are OP but some are hybrid. Seeds are tiny — handle carefully during collection.
Raised Bed Planting Guides
A 4×8 bed fits 32 plants of Snapdragon. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Snapdragon in Ovid, New York? +
In Ovid (Zone 6b), start Snapdragon seeds indoors around Wednesday, February 18, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
What is the last frost date for Ovid, New York? +
The average last spring frost date for Ovid, New York (ZIP 14521) is around Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6b.
How long does Snapdragon take to grow? +
Snapdragon typically matures in about 60 days from transplanting. In Ovid, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, April 29, 2026 plus 60 days.
Should I start Snapdragon indoors or direct sow in New York? +
Snapdragon should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Ovid, that means starting around Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
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Growing Snapdragon in Zone 6b
Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Ovid, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Plan to transplant your Snapdragon seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, April 29, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.