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Other common names sweet pea 'Bijou Mixed'
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Family Fabaceae
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Genus Lathyrus can be annuals or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, mostly climbing, with pinnate leaves ending in a tendril, and showy pea-like flowers, fragrant in some species
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Details 'Bijou Mixed' are bushy dwarf sweet peas to 40cm in height, with slightly fragrant flowers in white or shades of pink, blue or red
How to grow
Cultivation Grow in a fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Incorporate organic matter into the soil before planting and feed with a balanced, liquid fertiliser once a month when in growth. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. See sweetpea cultivation for further information.
Propagation Propagate by seed sown in-situ in mid-spring. Germination may be improved by pre-soaking or chipping before sowing
Suggested planting locations and garden types Flower borders and beds Cut Flowers City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden Patio & Container Plants
How to care
Pruning Remove after flowering
Pests May be attacked by aphids, slugs and snails
Diseases May be affected by powdery mildews, Fusarium wilt and sweet pea viruses