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Sweet Pea Royal Mix
FlowerLathyrus odoratus 'Royal Mix'
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 65 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 4" spacing
- High water
- Annual
- pH 7–7.5
Overview
The epitome of old-fashioned garden romance, these climbing beauties produce intensely fragrant ruffled flowers that perfume the entire garden on cool mornings. Their sweet scent and pastel colors make them irresistible for cutting gardens and cottage garden schemes.
Planting
Soak seeds overnight, direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost. Needs cool soil to germinate.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 7–7.5. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 10-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, slugs. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, root rot, fusarium wilt.