Sweetpea- Knee-High Mix Seeds

Sweet Pea - Knee-High Mix Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Description:

Sweet Pea 'Knee-High Mix' is a semi-dwarf, climbing annual that reaches a height of 90 cm. This variety produces a stunning mix of fragrant flowers in shades of pink, purple, red, white, and blue on a compact, bushy vine. Ideal for borders, small gardens, and containers, it can be grown without a trellis or with minimal support, such as a tripod. Additionally, it yields long-lasting cut flowers, making it a perfect addition to any floral arrangement.

Plant Features:

• Plant Type: Climbing annual
• Height: Up to 90 cm
• Flower Colors: Pink, purple, red, white, and blue
• Fragrance: Yes
• Ideal for: Borders, containers, small gardens, and cut flowers
• Support: Can grow without a trellis but benefits from light support

Sowing Instructions:

• Best Sowing Time: Refer to climate-specific recommendations
• Sowing Depth: 25 mm
• Seed Spacing: 15 cm apart
• Germination Time: 14-21 days at 13-18°C
• Pre-treatment (Optional): Soak seeds in room temperature water for 24 hours or scarify (nick the seed coat) to improve germination

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade (minimum 3 hours of sunlight daily)
• Soil: Well-drained, enriched with organic matter
• pH Level: Alkaline preferred (apply dolomite or garden lime if pH is below 7)
• Container Growing: Use a high-quality potting mix; a minimum of 40L container is recommended

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged; water deeply in the morning or late afternoon
• Fertilisation:
  • If soil is well-prepared, additional fertiliser is not needed
  • In poor soil, apply a high-potassium fertiliser for flowering plants
  • Use slow-release fertiliser at planting and liquid fertiliser during flowering
• Support: While semi-dwarf varieties are self-supporting, a small trellis or tripod can be beneficial
• Pinching (Optional): Encourage bushier growth by pinching out the growing tips above a set of leaves
• Deadheading: Regularly remove faded flowers to promote continuous blooming

Flowering & Harvest:

• Time to Flower: Approximately 80 days
• For Cut Flowers: Use sharp snips or secateurs, cut long stems, remove lower leaves, and place in water immediately

Sweet Pea 'Knee-High Mix' is a versatile and easy-to-grow variety, perfect for adding a touch of fragrance and color to any garden or patio space!

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