Common Name: Sweet Pea Streamer Scarlet
Scientific Name: Lathyrus Odoratus
Physical Attributes: Curly butterfly like flowers in Scarlet with washes of white throughout the petal bloom atop tall narrow green stems perfect for cutting.
Uses: Fragrant cutting flower. Beds and borders.
Life Cycle: Annual
Growing Height: 180 – 240cm
Attracts: Butterflies
When to Sow: Spring/Summer/Autumn
Sowing Depth: 2cm
Sow Spacing: 5 -7cm
Sowing Method: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours in order to hasten germination.
Position: Partial shade/Full sun
Germination Time: 7 – 15 days
Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms and to maintain appearance. Do not hesitate to cut flowers for your bouquets as this will force your Sweet Peas to produce additional stems for bloom. Cut back hard and fertilize if you notice little flowering after the first flush of bloom.
Seeds Per Packet: 10
Please note, all parts of this plant are poisonous, including the seeds. Exercise extreme caution around children and pets. The purchaser assumes all liability relating to the use of this product.
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