Mr. Fothergill's 24510 Singing The Blues Tall Sweet Pea Flower Seeds

• A hardy annual, it can be sown where it is to flower
• Sweetly scented in shades of blue for cutting and the garden
• Vigorous climber for fences, trellis, canes or netting
• Displays over a long period
• 180 cm growing height

Product Description Singing the blues tall sweet pea seed by Mr. Fothergill's. Cool blue shades, sweet scent. A cool, composed mixture in many different shades of blue ranging from rich deep blues to serene pastel shades. Displays over a long period. Height: 180 cm/72-inch Plant Class: Hardy Annual (HA) Habit: Climbing. Useful Information: Full sun; Suitable for cutting; Suitable for climbing; Fragrant variety; Suitable for containers Sow and Grow: Sow indoors for surest results, January-March or September-October, 1.5 cm (1/2-inch) deep, 5 seeds per 12 cm (5-inch) pot of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame, greenhouse or cool windowsill. A temperature of 15 degree C (60 degree F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 12-21 days. Pinch out the growing tip, when two pairs of leaves have formed, to encourage bushy growth. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out into well-drained soil, March-May, 30 cm (12-inch) apart. Support with tall canes or netting. Or, sow outdoors for ease, April-May, where they are to flower, 1.5 cm (1/2-inch) deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Sow 2 seeds together, every 30 cm (12-inch). Remove weaker seedling, which can then be transplanted. Seeds sown in autumn generally flower earlier the following year. Flowers: May to October. Pick blooms regularly to prolong the flowering season. Hints and Tips: Seedlings are best protected against bird damage with a few short twigs. Autumn sowings should be overwintered in cool, but frost-free conditions. Box Contains 1x 25 Seeds Pack