They’re finally here! If you’ve been following along, you know I’ve had more than a few hiccups on my snapdragons journey. But holding these lovely blooms in my hand, I know it’s all been worth it!

This delicious color palate could probably be my inspiration for an entire year! I love its warmth, boldness, and softness. And it pulls it off with a distinct, unique style. Marvelous.

I’ve got my first little harvest (nine stems) in the fridge, lodged into a pitcher with all sorts of apparatuses to keep those stems upright and hopefully avoid their geotropic tendencies to change shape when not store properly. This is my setup:

I think it should do the trick, but time will tell! I’m hoping to make up a few bouquets and do a practice run at my makeshift flower stand this Saturday. Wish me luck!

Have you grown snapdragons before? Any hints or tricks you’d like to share?