Sweet Pea Purple Pimpernell
£1.19 – £9.99
A stunning purple colour combination producing large, fragrant blooms on long stems in two shades of purple. Perfect for cut flowers and exhibition
Sweet Pea Purple Pimpernell
A stunning purple colour combination producing large, fragrant blooms on long stems in two shades of purple. Perfect for cut flowers and exhibition
Cultivation advice Sweet Pea Purple Pimpernell
Days To Germination: 10-14 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 70F
Planting Depth: ½ -1 inch Spacing
Seed: 1 inch Spacing
Plant: 6-12 inches
Plant Height: 4-5 feet
Light: Full Sun
- Seed is best started undercover from 4-6 weeks before last frost in pots, thinning to individual plants when large enough (transplant the thinnings). Cover seeds with 1 inch of soil.
- Soaking seeds overnight can aid germination, although not essential.
- Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
- Pinch the top of the growing shoot out when 2 inches high to encourage stronger side shoots.
- Transplant when young seedlings are about 2 inches high and after all danger of frost has passed. Space 6-12 inches apart.
- Provide netting or trellis for support when plant is 3-6 inches tall.
- Please note, especially around children ? these seeds are poisonous if ingested.
