Sweet Pea 'Prima Donna' / 'Nelly Viner'
- Product number: 530340
- Origin: Mediterranean Sea region
- Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Soft pink on a white background. Breeder Henry Eckford, introduced in 1896. The precursor to the famous Spencers.
It will come as no surprise to you that the good old Lathyrus receives special attention in our guide. The enormous variety and rich history have ensured that many garden enthusiasts are fond of this genus of flowers. 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 date of introduction.
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Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Dutch: Siererwt
Also known as: Lathyrus
English: Sweet Pea
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- Flower colour: Soft pink on a white background
- Origin: Mediterranean Sea region
- Average growth height: More than 120 cm
- Annual or perennial: Annual
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- Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Moderate
- Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
- Dutch: Sweet pea
- Also known as: Sweet pea
- English: Sweet Pea
