Sweet Pea, Beaujolais

The voluptuous vines are covered in large, fragrant blooms stained a deep wine color. This long-day type sweet pea blooms from spring to fall and prefers mild summer weather. Vines reach 6 to 8 feet tall. A spencer type of sweet pea, its stems are long and sturdy and its blooms are large -- great attributes for a cutting flower! Grow the vines up your archway, trellis or fence for a fantastically fragrant show! Warning: The seeds, pods and plants are poisonous!

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 14-21 days
• Ideal Temperature: 55-65 Degrees F
• Seed Depth: ¼-1/2”
• Plant Spacing: 6”
• Frost Hardy: Yes
• Lathyrus odoratus  

Growing Tips: Soak seeds overnight before planting. Direct sow in early spring into rich, well-worked soil. Thrives in the moderate conditions of spring. Provide support, cut frequently, or remove spent flowers for highest production.