Sweet Pea - 'Scarlet Streamer'

(Lathyrus odoratus) This stunning sweet pea develops wavy, crepe paper petals of scarlet red with showy white streaks and large, fragrant blooms on long, strong stems. Allow this trailing climber to enrobe your fence, trellis or archway in floral mystique for a divine garden and cut flower companion. Part of the Streamer family bred by renowned plant breeder Dr. Keith Hammett (Aotearoa, NZ).
 
CAUTION: all parts of the sweet pea plant including the seeds are toxic to humans and animals. Not to be eaten. The purchaser assumes all liability relating to the use of this product.
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Life Cycle: Annual
Height: to 2m. Climber, will need trellis support
Position: Full Sun / Part Sun
Pre-treatment: optional, soak seed in water overnight.
Sow: 25 mm deep
Spacing: 15cm
Tropical climates: Late Summer/Autumn
Sub-tropical climates: Autumn
Temperate climates: Autumn
Cold climates: Spring or Late Summer-mid Autumn (frost tolerant up to -4C)
Germination: 10-21 days.  
Notes: Pick regularly to prolong flowering. Do not over-water. Protect young seedlings from slugs, snails and aphids.
 
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