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Spencer Ripple Formula Mix
FlowerLathyrus odoratus
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 4" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
These flowers look as good as they smell with their uniquely ruffled, bicolor petals. Displayed alone or mixed with solid color varieties in bouquets, they are simply gorgeous. One of the most fragrant sweet pea varieties. Very popular in England. Can be spelled either as sweet pea or sweetpea. Attracts hummingbirds.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost in spring, or in fall in mild climates
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained loam, neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.