Lathyrus odoratus 'Flora Norton' / 'Countess Cadogan'

  • Product number: 530200
  • Origin: Mediterranean Sea region
  • Latin: Lathyrus odoratus

Clear blue, breeder Morse-Vaughan, introduced in 1904.

It will not surprise you that the old faithful Sweet Pea 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 Sweet Pea varieties often have a history of popularity spanning many decades! They are characterized by somewhat smaller flowers, 2-4 per stem, with a delicious fresh-sweet scent. Where known, we have mentioned the date of introduction.

Names:
Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Dutch: Siererwt
Also: Lathyrus
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
  • September

Soil type:

  • All soil types

Cultivation location:

  • Indoors
  • Outdoors

Position:

  • Sun
  • Partial shade
  • Flower colour: Clear blue
  • Origin: Mediterranean Sea region
  • Average growth height: More than 120 cm
  • Annual or perennial: Annual
  • Attractive to insects: Bees
  • 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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