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Sweet Pea - Melody
The Sweet Pea Melody Blend, 'Lathyrus odoratus', is a symphony of colors. The 1 to 2 inch flowers appear in six bicolors: deep red/scarlet, deep lavender/light lavender, soft lavender/white, claret/violet blue and soft pink/blush. The flowers are lightly fragrant. The sweet peas bloom in the spring and the duration of blooming depends on the weather. The plants stop blooming once the weather warms up. They will generally bloom 3 to 5 weeks. A key element in successful growing of the Sweet Pea Melody Blend is very early planting. The sweet pea prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. Plant this Sweet Pea in full sun, but in a cool a spot as possible. Position them away from winds and rotate locations from year to year to prevent sweet pea pests. In cold climates plant the seed in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. In warm climates, plant in October through January for spring bloom. They are used for cut flowers, ground cover, fence and wall covering, and in large pots. ... more information
Caraway The Caraway, 'Carum carvi', produces a seed tastes like a combination of dill & anise with a nutty flavor. The tasty seed are commonly used in breads, soups, stews, and other dishes. The fresh whole or minced leaves can be used in lettuce or fruit salads. The roots can be chopped, steamed, or pureed like a parsnip and used in soups, stews, or thinly sliced and eaten raw. Try grinding up fresh seed and sprinkle over fresh popcorn! The flavor is like a combination of anise and dill. The seed is best known for its use in rye bread. The Caraway is a mounded plant with finely cut leaves. Caraway produces seed in the 2nd season. Plant in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked or in the fall for a crop next year. Caraway prefer well drained soil. |
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