Lathyrus odoratus 'Bounce Navy Blue'

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  This plant will provide nectar and pollen for bees and the many other types of pollinating insects.

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Cultivation

Grow in humus-rich, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or lvery ight dappled shade. Incorporate well-rotted organic manure before planting and apply a general liquid fertiliser every two weeks when in growth. See sweetpea cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by seed. Sow in a cold frame or unheated glasshouse in early autumn, early spring or in-situ in mid-spring. See sowing seeds indoors for further advice

Suggested planting locations and garden types

• City and courtyard gardens
• Cottage and informal garden
• Patio and container plants
• Bedding
• Cut flowers
• Flower borders and beds
• Garden edging
• Underplanting of roses and shrubs

Pruning

For a long and regular supply of blooms, cut flowers frequently, before they produce seed pods

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews, Fusarium wilt and sweet pea viruses