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Lathyrus, Sweet Pea 'Old Times'

Lathyrusodoratus

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Lathyrus odoratus by rebecca101
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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
Herbaceous
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Cream/Tan
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
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Category
Annuals
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting

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Regional
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