Staking Tall Snapdragons: Why They Lean and How to Support Them Early

Light May Be Insufficient

Part shade often isn't enough for snapdragons—they need full sun to stand straight.

Even in Full Sun, They Need Staking

Rain and dew weigh down the heavy flower spikes. Like gladiolus, dahlias, and delphiniums, tall snapdragons must be staked early.

Staking Tips

• Use soft ties: elastic green stretch tape (e.g., Swan Island Dahlias' Stretch Tie Tape, $3.95/roll).
• Avoid metal twist-ties—they damage stems.
• Stake early in the season.

Extra effort, but worth it for upright, showy spikes.