Sweet Pea - Perennial

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more summer blooms. Position them away from winds and rotate locations from year to year to prevent sweet pea pests. One problem gardeners have with sweet peas is sowing them too late. The 1. The Sweet Pea Pearl Blend Perennial, 'Lathyrus latifolius', blooms all summer long and tolerates drought. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. 5 inch flowers are a little smaller than other sweet peas and range in color from white to purplish pink to purplish red. The Perennial Sweet Pea prefers full sun, but like as cool a spot as possible. The Pearl Blend Perennial comes up at the right time every year. They are used for cut flowers and for covering fences and walls if given the proper support. In warm climates, plant in October through January for spring bloom. In cold climates plant the seed in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. The sweet pea prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. Enjoy the beauty and fragrance of Sweet Peas without planting every year. ... more information