Pictorial Sweet Pea Spencer Mixed Stripes 20 Seeds HA
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Sweet Pea Spencer Mixed Stripes – 10 Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus) This variety was discovered in the garden of the Earl of Spencer . These late-flowering varieties were among the first large-flowered or multiflora varieties. A mixture of striped and flaked spencer colours. Sweet Peas are an old-fashioned flower that both experts and beginners chose for their gardens. They are a good starter flower when learning to grow flowers from seed because their seeds are large, and usually, they germinate easily. How to Sow: Sow direct in Summer & Autumn at 25mm deep, 15cm apart, Seedling emerge in 2-3 weeks @ 15-18°C. Hardy annual. Support may be needed to protect the plant from unexpected windy conditions. 90-100 days for flowering. September sowings in flowering site 2cm (3.4″) deep. Later sowings in pots 5 seeds in each. October and November sowings in a cold frame. January sowings in a heated glasshouse. March sowings in a cold frame. April sowings direct to flowering site.
Sweet Peas