SWEET PEA
Old Times
Lathyrus odoratus
Highly scented cream colour blooms with lavender and pink tinged edges. Long stems make for a great cut flower. Being from the Spencer series they require 12 hours of sunlight to flower.
Type : Annual
Position : Sun
Height : 180cm
Quantity per packet : 15
Growing
Sowing method : Direct sow in spring or autumn where they are to grow or start indoors and transplant. Require darkness to germinate so cover seeds well.
When to plant : October - November or in March for autumn sowing.
Spacing : 15cm
Depth : 3cm
Germination : 14-22 days
Days to maturity : 90
Harvesting
Flowers : December -February
When to pick : When partially open.
Vase life : 4-5 days