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Sweet Pea - In the Pink
The In the Pink prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. Plant this sweet pea in full sun, but in a cool a spot as possible. The Sweet Pea In the Pink, 'Lathyrus odoratus', is a designer blend of warm shades of pink and highlights of salmon, almond, cerise and mauve. 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. In the Pink generally bloom for 3 to 5 weeks. They are used for cut flowers, ground cover, and wall coverings if given the proper support. SweetPeas have 1 to 2 inch flowers that are romantically fragrant and are wonderful cut flowers in bunches. A key element in successful growing of the Sweet Pea In the Pink is very early planting. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. ... more
Gourd - Ornamental - Crown of Thorns Place the gourds in full sun. The vine is smaller than many gourd vines, and it can be grown in large hanging baskets or containers. Harvest the Crown of Thorns in time to use as a holiday decorations or crafts projects, such as weird-shaped small bowls. The Gourd Ornamental Shenot Crown of Thorns Blend, 'Cucurbita pepo var. ovifera', is an amazingly symmetrical gourd with 10 little "fingers" that protrude to make a crown. Gourds should be kept evenly moist and at the end of the season keep them on the dry side. Shenot was selected for it's very uniform gourds. Plant in the spring, 2 to 4 weeks after the last average frost date and when soil temperatures have risen above 60 degrees. |
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