Sweet Pea Starry Night
Lathyrus odoratus
Annual. Create a dramatic planting along a wall or fence with the dark, rich tones and cream color of Starry Night. This highly scented blend of heirloom Old Spice sweet peas may have smaller flowers, but what it lacks in size is made up for in big fragrance! Colors include violet-blue, burgundy, deep crimson and cream. A good sweet pea choice for areas where summer heat arrives early - continues to bloom as the temperatures rise. Full sun. Blooms spring/summer.
Height: 5' - 6' vines
Days to Emerge: 10 - 21 days
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