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๐ŸŒธ๐ŸŒฟ Fragrant Sweet Pea โ€“ Lathyrus odoratus โ€“ Approx. 20โ€“30 Seeds (2g)

๐ŸŒธ๐ŸŒฟ Fragrant Sweet Pea โ€“ Lathyrus odoratus โ€“ Approx. 20โ€“30 Seeds (2g)

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Enjoy a garden classic with Fragrant Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus), loved for its delicate tendrils, soft colors, and famously sweet perfume. These vining annuals are ideal for trellises, fences, and containers where their vertical habit and romantic scent can be fully appreciated. A must-have for cut flower lovers and cottage garden fans!

Usage:

  • Climbing flower for trellises, arches, and fences

  • Cut flower arrangements and bouquets

  • Fragrant garden borders

  • Romantic and cottage-style gardens

Sowing Time:

  • Sow indoors 6โ€“8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors in early spring (in mild climates, fall sowing is possible)

Germination Time:

  • 10โ€“14 days (soaking seeds in water overnight can improve germination)

Sowing Depth:

  • 1โ€“2 cm (ยฝโ€“ยพ inch)

Soil Requirements:

  • Rich, well-drained soil

  • Enrich with compost or organic matter

  • pH 6.0โ€“7.5

Sunlight Requirements:

  • Full sun

Watering:

  • Regular watering; do not let soil dry out

Plant Spacing:

  • 15โ€“20 cm (6โ€“8 inches) apart

Growth Height:

  • 1.5โ€“2 m (5โ€“6.5 feet) with support

Bloom Time:

  • Late spring to midsummer (longer if deadheaded)

Hardiness Zone:

  • USDA Zones 3โ€“9 (grown as annual)

Other Benefits:

  • Intensely fragrant blooms

  • Attracts pollinators

  • Excellent for floral arrangements

  • Classic heirloom variety with timeless appeal

Latin Name: Lathyrus odoratus

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