Sweet Pea Knee-High Blend
Lathyrus odoratus
Annual. The wonderful scent and beauty that delights sweet pea lovers, but with shorter vines. Needs little or no support. Knee-High Blend offers a symphony of colors to brighten up your garden, short trellis or basket. Multiple florets of blossoms that average 1" for excellent cut flower bouquets.
Full sun. Blooms spring through summer.
Height: 2' - 3' vines
Days to Emerge: 10 - 21
Seed Depth: 1"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12"
Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 12"
When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. Cold winter climates: 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost, or as soon as the soil can be worked. Mild winter climates: Late fall to early winter for early spring bloom.
When to start inside: 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost.
Special germination instructions: To hasten germination, soak seed in water for 12 - 24 hours, or nick with sandpaper before sowing.
Artist: Carolyn Crawford