How to Sow and Plant
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Sow Sweet Pea seeds indoors from February to March in seed trays or pots, covering them lightly with soil. For outdoor sowing, plant directly from mid-March to the end of May in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Space seeds about 5 cm apart to allow room for climbing. Once seedlings emerge and grow strong, transplant outdoors if started indoors. Provide support such as a trellis for the vines to climb. To prevent stem rot, avoid overwatering and ensure water does not exceed 5 cm in the vase when cut.
Sweet Pea Lathyrus odoratus Royal Family White thrives in sunny spots with support such as a trellis to encourage climbing growth up to 180 cm. Regular watering is essential, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged to prevent stem rot. Deadheading spent blooms promotes prolonged flowering from June through October. Providing a balanced fertilizer every few weeks enhances vigorous growth and abundant blossoms. Protect plants from strong winds to maintain their delicate stems, and enjoy the elegant, fragrant white flowers that bring charm and grace to your garden or floral arrangements.
For best results, sow Sweet Pea Royal Family White seeds indoors from February to March or directly outdoors from mid-March to May. Choose a sunny spot with support like a trellis to encourage vigorous climbing up to 180 cm. Regular watering is essential, but avoid waterlogging by keeping vase water under 5 cm to prevent stem rot when used as cut flowers. Their early and abundant blooms from June to October add elegance and fragrance to gardens and floral arrangements, making them a delightful addition to any ornamental outdoor space.
What is the typical height Sweet Pea Lathyrus odoratus Royal Family White plants can reach?
These climbing vines can grow up to 180 cm tall when supported by a garden trellis.
When do Sweet Pea Royal Family White flowers begin to bloom, and how long does the flowering period last?
The flowers start blooming in June and continue producing blooms through October.
Where is the best location to grow these sweet pea seeds?
They thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil and require support such as a trellis for optimal climbing growth.
Can Sweet Pea Royal Family White flowers be used as cut flowers?
Yes, these flowers are ideal as cut flowers due to their abundant, fragrant blooms and long flowering period.
How should I sow Sweet Pea Royal Family White seeds for best results?
Sow seeds indoors from February to March or outdoors from mid-March to the end of May in a sunny location, spacing them about 5 cm apart and providing support once seedlings grow strong.
What care do these sweet pea plants need to ensure healthy growth and prolonged flowering?
Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, provide regular watering, deadhead spent blooms, fertilize every few weeks, and protect plants from strong winds to maintain delicate stems.
