Sweet Pea Muse Seeds

Sweet Pea Muse Seeds - Irish Plants Direct

 

Lathyrus odoratus Muse is an enchanting and fragrant annual that brings a touch of elegance and charm to your garden with its beautiful, soft pink to lilac blooms.

 

The name Lathyrus refers to the genus of sweet peas, and odoratus means "fragrant," reflecting the plant's delightful scent. The Muse variety produces large, ruffled flowers that add a delicate yet romantic touch to borders, trellises, or hanging baskets. Its captivating colours and sweet aroma make it a perfect choice for any garden setting.

 

This easy-to-grow plant thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and enjoys full sun. Sweet Pea Muse grows to a height of 1.5 - 2.5 meters, making it ideal for climbing over trellises, fences, or within larger container displays. Its beautiful flowers also attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing your garden's biodiversity.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 25

 

Sow: February - April (indoors) or March - May (outdoors)

Germination: 10 - 14 days

Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; slightly alkaline to neutral pH

Height: 1.5 - 2.5 meters

Flowering: June - September

Companion Plants: Nasturtiums, Calendula, Marigolds

Avoid Planting With: Root crops like carrots or parsnips

 

Sweet Pea Muse is low-maintenance once established. Water regularly, particularly during dry spells, and provide support for the climbing stems. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. This variety is also fantastic for cutting, offering long-lasting, fragrant flowers for bouquets and arrangements.

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors: Soak seeds overnight before sowing in trays or pots filled with moist, well-drained compost from February to April. Lightly cover the seeds with compost and keep at 15-18°C. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots and harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost.

 

Outdoors: Sow directly into prepared, weed-free soil from March to May. Lightly cover the seeds with soil and keep moist until germination occurs. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing for healthy growth.

 

Sweet Pea Muse is perfect for adding fragrance, beauty, and a soft romantic touch to your garden. Its lovely pink flowers are ideal for climbing over trellises, in mixed borders, or as part of a cutting garden.

 

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