{"product_id":"mk-melange-pois-de-senteur-spencer","title":"'Spencer' Sweet Pea Mix","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"354\"\u003e Sweet pea 'Spencer Giant Mix' (Lathyrus odoratus) from McKenzie Seed Company, a highly fragrant climbing mix with large, wavy flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eThe 'Spencer Giant Mix' sweet pea is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eclassic and prestigious blend\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"487\"\u003elarge, wavy-flowered\u003c\/strong\u003e sweet peas, renowned for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"530\"\u003eintense sweet fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"558\"\u003efloral elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e . The plants are \u003cstrong data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"602\"\u003evigorous and climbing\u003c\/strong\u003e , producing an abundance of flowers in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"662\"\u003evariety of shades\u003c\/strong\u003e , from \u003cstrong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"691\"\u003esoft pastels\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"723\"\u003emore vibrant colors\u003c\/strong\u003e , including \u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"803\"\u003epink, purple, red, crimson, lavender, and white\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eHighly prized as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"842\"\u003ecut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e , this Spencer mix is ​​a favorite for \u003cstrong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"907\"\u003efragrant bouquets\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"937\"\u003efloral arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"971\"\u003evertical gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e . The long flower stems are ideal for training on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003etrellises, fences, arches, or decorative supports\u003c\/strong\u003e , adding height, movement, and romance to the garden. While it prefers cooler temperatures early in its growth, this mix exhibits \u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003egood heat tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinnia, Cosmos, Marigold, Annual Phlox\u003cbr data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eEnemy plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eSpread\/Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing, vigorous\u003cbr data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 2.1 m\u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eSeed producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e McKenzie\u003cbr data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open pollination\u003cbr data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003ePhysical type of seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 45 to 50 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly fragrant, large ruffled flowers, excellent as a cut flower, attracts pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eFlower color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multicolored\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eTexture\/Floral appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, wavy, elegant flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003eClimate tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates moderate heat and drought once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3 data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003e Sweet peas can be \u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003esown directly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e as soon as the soil can be worked in spring. To improve germination, it is recommended to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003esoak the seeds for 12 to 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing. Choose a location in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003efull sun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003erich, deep, and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003eSow the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e2.5 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e , spacing the plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2395\"\u003e10 to 15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003esupport\u003c\/strong\u003e at planting time to avoid disturbing the roots later. Keep the soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/strong\u003e during germination, which usually occurs in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003e10 to 14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003e Regular watering, equivalent to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003e2.5 to 5 cm of water per week\u003c\/strong\u003e , is recommended, especially during flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003e Flowering and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003eFlowering typically begins \u003cstrong data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003e65 to 90 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e and continues \u003cstrong data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003efrom July until the first frosts\u003c\/strong\u003e . Regularly picking the flowers stimulates continuous production and prolongs flowering. Removing faded flowers prevents seed formation and promotes more abundant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3081\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3251\"\u003e • Highly fragrant cut flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003e • Trellises, fences and arches\u003cbr data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3150\"\u003e • Romantic gardens and cottage\u003cbr data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e • Summer floral decorations\u003cbr data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003e • Pollinator gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3551\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Spencer Giant Mix'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e sweet pea from McKenzie Seed Company is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3321\" data-end=\"3359\"\u003emust-have for flower gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering \u003cstrong data-start=\"3369\" data-end=\"3389\"\u003ean enchanting fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3414\"\u003eabundant blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3418\" data-end=\"3440\"\u003evertical elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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