Common Name: Sweet Pea Nimbus
Scientific Name: Lathyrus odoratus
Life Cycle: Annual
Remarks: White flowers with deep dark ink blue streaks. Late flowering, require 12hrs of sunlight
Plant Height: 250cm - Climber, will need support
When: Summer + Autumn (Spring in cooler climates)
Sowing Depth + Method: Sow 25mm deep, Best sown direct. If raising seedlings take care when transplanting not to disrupt roots.
We use to recommend soaking the seeds prior to sowing, but it is now recommended by the sweet pea experts such as sweet pea breeders, Dr. Keith Hammet and Rogar Parsons not to soak the seeds as it can lower germination and possibly introduce disease.
Spacing: 15cm apart
Position: Full Sun / Part Sun
Days until germination: 14-21 days
Seed to Bloom: 90-100 Days
Number of Seeds: 15
Caution: All parts of this plant are poisonous, including the seeds. Exercise extreme caution around children and pets.The purchaser assumes all liability relating to the use of this product.
Note: WA orders are sent weekly as they require quarantine inspections on arrival to WA