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Lathyrus, Sweet Pea 'Valerie Harrod'

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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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Spacing

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness

Not Applicable

Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color

Pink

Coral/Apricot

Bloom Time

Late Spring/Early Summer

Mid Summer

Other Details

Category

Annuals

Water Requirements

Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics

Flowers are good for cutting

Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods

Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked

From seed; sow indoors before last frost

From seed; direct sow after last frost

From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel

Seed Collecting

Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds

Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored

Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Missoula, Montana

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