April in Paris Sweet Pea Flower Seeds

Description

Sweet Pea – April in Paris – Lathyrus odoratus

Developed by world-renowned breeder Dr. Keith Hammett, April in Paris is a perfect match of intoxicating fragrance, lovely form, and captivating color with the most intense perfume of any sweet pea. The large ruffled blossoms are a soft primrose cream, tinted at the edges in dark lilac that deepens and increases with age. These strong growing vines produce heavy sets of long-stemmed flowers that beg to be cut for heavenly scented bouquets.

Soil & Water:Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Water well and mulch as vines grow.

Planting & Growing:Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather (as early as the ground can be worked). In mild winter climates, where the ground does not freeze, sweet peas can be planted in the fall. Erect a well-anchored trellis, fence, or vertical netting for these climbing vines before planting seeds. Seedlings will form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom vigorously in the spring. Plant seeds 1″ deep and 2 – 3″ apart. When seedlings are 2″ tall, thin to 4-5″ apart to allow plants room to mature.Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vies will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. For longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut.

Soil Temperature: above 50°F
Planting Depth: 1″
Germination: 12-28 Days
Height At Maturity: 6-8 feet
Sun/Shade: Full to Part Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 4-5″
Approx Seeds per Pack: Approx. 30-35 Seeds