Flowers
Lathyrus 'Geranium Pink' (Sweet Peas)
Sweet Peas
A Spencer-type, sweet pea, producing an abundance of large, scented flowers. This annual climber needs sturdy support, so is ideal for an arch, obelisk or trellis. Feed with a high-potash fertiliser when established. For a long flowering period, deadhead regularly, or cut flowers for the vase.
- Plant type
- Hardy Annual
- Position
- Full sun
- Height
- 1.8m
- Spread
- 20cm
Growing calendar
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Sow indoors
Sow outdoors
Flowering
Sowing & growing
September sowing directly, protect with a cloche during harsh winters. Sow inside October to November or January to March – acclimatise before moving outside. Pinch out the lead shoot once 2nd set of leaves have developed.
Aftercare
Keep cut flowers out of direct sunlight for longer vase life.
Gallery
Ref. SES014