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Lathyrus, Sweet Pea 'Queen Alexandria'

Lathyrusodoratus

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Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Lathyrus (LAY-thy-russ)
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Species
odoratus (oh-dor-AY-tus)
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
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Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Scarlet (dark red)
Red-Orange
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Late Fall/Early Winter
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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2007 | neutral

This beautiful deep-red variety received an Award of Merit the very first time it was exhibited. Bred by Henry Eckford in 1905. Annual, 4-5' tall.

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