Sweet Pea Old Spice Blend
Lathyrus odoratus
Annual. Old Spice Blend is a splendid collection of small-flowered heirloom varieties in a mix of white, cream, pink, rose, scarlet, lavender, purple, bicolors and striped flowers! These sweet pea plants were bred for good heat tolerance; if you're a little late in sowing your sweet peas, Old Spice is an excellent choice.
Full sun. Blooms spring/summer
Height: 5' - 6' vines
Days to Emerge: 10 - 21
Seed Depth: 1"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 6"
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: Roberta Lutgens