Lathyrus odoratus 'Geranium Pink Improved' (Geranium Pink Improved Sweet Pea)


Botanical Information

FamilyPapilionaceae
GenusLathyrus
Speciesodoratus
Cultivar'Geranium Pink Improved'
CategoryAnnuals
TypeVine

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone Requires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH2
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)2 - 4
Temperature (°F)35 - 40
Height1.5 - 2.5 m
Spread0.1 - 0.5 m
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August, September

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionStrong growing annual climber.
LandscapeFlower borders and informal gardens.
PropagationBy seed sown in a cold frame.
CultivationBest grown in humus-rich, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.
PestsAphids, slugs, snails and thrips.

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