Sweet Pea 'America' / 'Queen of Isles'
- Product number: 530100
- Origin: Mediterranean region
- Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
An eye-catching colour: bright red with pink and white marbling. Breeder Henry Eckford in 1896.
It will not surprise you that the good old Sweet Pea 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 Sweet Pea varieties often have a history of popularity spanning many decades! They are characterised by somewhat smaller flowers, 2-4 per stem, with a wonderfully fresh, sweet scent. Where known, we have stated 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: Bright red with pink and white marbling
- Origin: Mediterranean 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
