Lathyrus odoratus 'Geranium Pink Improved' (Geranium Pink Improved Sweet Pea)
Botanical Information
Family | Papilionaceae |
Genus | Lathyrus |
Species | odoratus |
Cultivar | 'Geranium Pink Improved' |
Category | Annuals |
Type | Vine |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 10b |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H2 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | 2 - 4 |
Temperature (°F) | 35 - 40 |
Height | 1.5 - 2.5 m |
Spread | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | May, June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | Strong growing annual climber. |
Landscape | Flower borders and informal gardens. |
Propagation | By seed sown in a cold frame. |
Cultivation | Best grown in humus-rich, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. |
Pests | Aphids, slugs, snails and thrips. |