Lathyrus odoratus 'Dolly Varden'

  • Product number: 530170
  • Origin: Mediterranean Sea region
  • Latin: Lathyrus odoratus

White with pink blush (bicolour), breeder Morse, introduced in 1898.

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

Names:
Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Dutch: Siererwt
Also known as: Siererwt
English: Sweet Pea

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Sowing method: Soak seeds in water overnight, optionally scarify them with sandpaper beforehand. Sow indoors from February, or directly into (improved) soil from mid-April to late May. Provide Lathyrus with plenty of nutrients during growth.

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Sowing/planting time:

  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May

Harvesting time:

  • June
  • July
  • August

Soil type:

  • All soil types

Cultivation location:

  • Indoors
  • Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

  • Sun
  • Flower colour: White with a pink blush, bicolour
  • Origin: Mediterranean Sea 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: Sweet pea
  • English: Sweet Pea
  • All year round

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