Sweet Pea Pastel Sunset
Lathyrus odoratus
Annual. Pastel Sunset is an artist's palette of 2" flowers in shades including cream, almond, pink, lavender, and white - echoing the colors of a summer sunset. These traditional cool weather loving sweet peas will are a superb choice for bedding displays and cut flowers.
Full sun. Blooms spring/summer.
Height: 6' - 9' vines
Days to Emerge: 10 - 21 Days
Seed Depth: 1"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12"
Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to one 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: Roberta Lutgens