How to Grow Potomac Appleblossom
Antirrhinum majus
Your complete guide to growing Potomac Appleblossom.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Potomac Appleblossom
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May – June | July – September | — |
| Zone 2 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January | February – April | — |
| Zone 11 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 12 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 13 | January | January – March | — |
Companion Plants for Potomac Appleblossom
✓ Good companions
Repels ants, aphids, and rodents while attracting bees and butterflies
Repels aphids and other soft-bodied insects while attracting pollinators
Attracts beneficial insects and provides structural support without competition
Attracts beneficial pollinators and repels aphids and other pests
Natural pest deterrent and attracts beneficial insects while repelling nematodes
Acts as trap crop for aphids and adds vibrant color contrast
Ground cover that attracts beneficial insects and provides living mulch
Attracts beneficial insects and improves soil health through deep roots
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits growth and can kill sensitive flowering plants
Releases allelopathic compounds that suppress growth of nearby plants
Allelopathic effects and aggressive root system competes for nutrients and water
