Description
The mixed sweet pea is an ornamental climbing plant highly prized for its delicate, colorful, and intensely fragrant flowers. Offering abundant blooms in spring and early summer, it brings charm and romance to gardens, fences, and trellises.
2. Sowing
Difficulty level : Easy
Sowing type : Direct sowing outdoors very early in spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or indoor sowing 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost (zone 5-6)
Sowing technique : In pockets or in line
Sowing depth : ~ 2 to 3 cm
Germination time : 7 to 14 days
Germination temperature : 10 to 18 C
3. Culture
Ease of cultivation : Easy
Growing season : Cool season
Transplanting : Possible, but direct sowing is recommended
Plant spacing : ~ 15 to 20 cm between plants
Distance between rows : ~ 45 to 60 cm
Hardiness zone : Annual plant tolerant of spring cold
Light : Full sun to partial shade
Soil type : Loose, rich and well-drained soil
Soil pH : Slightly acidic to neutral
Soil moisture : Keep the soil consistently moist.
Soil fertility : Soil enriched with organic matter is recommended
Time before flowering : Approximately 60 to 75 days after sowing
Watering : Regular, especially during dry periods
Other characteristics : Requires support (trellis, fence); cut flowers regularly to prolong blooming
4. Usage
Ideal for covering trellises, arches and fences. Sweet peas are also an excellent, highly fragrant cut flower, perfect for bouquets.
5. Apprenticeship
Companion plants : Nasturtium, cosmos, zinnia
Plant enemies : None known
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