Sweet Pea - America

In warm climates, plant in October through January for spring bloom. The America will take a little more heat and bloom longer into the summer. 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. The blooming period depends partially upon the weather because the plants usually stop blooming once the weather warms up. The America is very fragrant and is a summer bloomer. The crimson stripes on the soft white petal look like an exotic butterfly perched on a stem. In cold climates plant the seed in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. The Sweet Pea America has 2 inch flowers that are white with crimson stripes. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. The Sweet Pea America, 'Lathyrus odoratus', is a very old heirloom sweet pea traced back to 1896. The sweet pea prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. A key element in successful growing of the Sweet Pea America is very early planting. They are used for cut flowers and for covering fences and walls if given the proper support. ... additional information