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Sweet Pea - Singing the Blues
In warm climates, plant in October through January for spring bloom. 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 Singing the Blues is very early planting. They are used for cut flowers, ground cover, fence and wall covering, and in large pots. The sweet peas bloom in the spring and the duration of blooming depends on the weather. Plant this Sweet Pea in full sun, but in a cool a spot as possible. The Sweet Pea Singing the Blues, 'Lathyrus odoratus', is a designer blend of cool shades of blue, ranging from deep rich tones to delicate pastel colors. The sweet pea prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. 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. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. The 1 to 2 inch flowers are slightly fragrant. ... additional info
Pepper - Bell - Mandarin Plant in average garden soil with sufficient organic matter. Peppers use quite a bit of water but prefer to be watered deeply and not too often. Mandarin Bell Peppers turns from green to an impressive glossy, deep pumpkin-orange color. Pinch off early flowers to encourage plant growth. Transplant outside in the spring 3 to 4 weeks after last frost date. Pinch off about 50% of the flowers. Blossom pruning will improve fruit size. The Pepper Bell Mandarin, 'Capsicum annuum (Hybrid)', has a unique glossy orange color with very sweet flavor that combines beautifully with red, yellow and green peppers in a colorful salad. If you enjoy the sweet flavor of red and yellow peppers, you may really like the unique sweet flavor of the Mandarin. |
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