Lathyrus odoratus 'Black Knight'

  • Product number: 530120
  • Origin: Mediterranean Region
  • Latin: Lathyrus odoratus

Dark chestnut with violet (bicolor), origin 1898.

It will not surprise you that the old faithful Lathyrus receives special attention in our guide. The enormous variety and rich history have ensured that many garden enthusiasts are fond of this flower genus. Old-fashioned Lathyrus species often have a history of popularity lasting many decades! They are characterized by somewhat smaller flowers, 2-4 per stem, with a wonderfully fresh-sweet scent. As far as is known, we have mentioned the date of introduction.

Denominations:
Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Dutch: Siererwt
English: Sweet Pea

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Sowing method: Soak seeds in water overnight, optionally scarify with sandpaper beforehand. Pre-sow from February, direct sow into (improved) soil from mid-April - end of May. Fertilize Lathyrus frequently during growth.

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Sowing/planting time:

  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May

Harvesting time:

  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September

Soil type:

  • All soil types

Cultivation location:

  • Indoors
  • Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

  • Sun
  • Flower colour: Dark chestnut with violet
  • Origin: Mediterranean Region
  • Average growth height: More than 120 cm
  • Annual or perennial: Annual
  • Attractive to insects: Various insects
  • Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
  • Ease of cultivation: Moderate
  • Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
  • Dutch: Sweet Pea
  • Also known as: Not applicable / Not known
  • English: Sweet Pea
  • All year round

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