Sweet Pea, Jilly (Organic)
Lathyrus odoratus. 70 days.
Cream colored sweet peas add a hint of romance and elegance to the garden and to bouquets. Worth growing for their fragrance alone, and the long, strong stems make Jilly work exceptionally well in arrangements. A great choice for fall sowing for early spring blooms. Plants grow to about 4’ tall and flower until mid-July. Bred by Fred Harriss and introduced commercially in 1988 by Unwins in the UK.
Direct sow 1/4” deep late fall to overwinter plants for early blooms, or very early spring. Germination in 7-14 days. Prefers cool weather and full sun. Will self sow.
Seed Saving
Collect seeds from pods before they shatter. Sift and winnow to clean. Finish air-drying if necessary before sealing in airtight container. Some cross-pollination may occur, but sweet peas are primarily self-pollinating and do not need isolation for seed saving purposes.
Cristal (verified owner) –
Where did you grow this variety? Midwestern US
I had a late start with my sweet peas, but I still managed to get a great harvest. Highly recommend
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