More about the plant below:
Sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus)
category : climbers, annuals
position : sun
height : up to 2 m
frost resistance : -
reaction soil : neutral, slightly alkaline
preferences soil : fertile, humus, rich in calcium
watering : medium
color leaves/needles : green
color of flowers : red, white, purple, pink, blue
form : climbing
period flowering : June-August
seeding : spring
reproduction:seed
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : balconies, cut flowers, terraces, gardens
pace of growth : fast
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Annual Lathyrus odoratus sweet pea and Lathyrus latifolius perennial sweet pea are the most famous representatives of the decorative form of the pea.Both species come in many interesting varieties.
Developmental features of peas
Peas grab onto supports with spiral shoots growing up to 3 meters in height.The flowers resemble butterflies and appear from June to September.Among the varieties of broadleaf peas, 'Pink Pearl' (pink), 'Red Pearl' (red) and 'White Pearl' ( White). The peas are available in varieties with smooth and corrugated leaves, pastel and bright flowers.
Hybrids look beautiful. 'Astronaut' creates rose-shaped flowers in pink and purple. 'Little Sweetheart' is only 25 centimeters high. For many new varieties, flowering comes at the expense of scent, so if you want a vine to smell great, choose an older variety like 'Lord Nelson' (navy blue).
Pea stand
Peas like sheltered places in the sun and partial shade.The substrate should be fertile and moderately moist.
Peas - care
Seeds are sown from mid-April in pots or soil. After two weeks, we dig the seedlings, then we regularly water and feed them.Frequent pruning encourages plants to flower more.
Peas - application
Suitable for guiding over fences, pergolas, strings.Also suitable for pots.
Tip
Peas are a valuable plant for green manure. Its roots bind nitrogen particles, which are a valuable nutrient for plants.
