{"product_id":"mk-pois-de-senteur-knee-hi","title":"Sweet pea 'Knee Hi'","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"379\"\u003e 'Knee Hi' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus) from McKenzie Seed Company, a compact, fragrant variety ideal for small spaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eThe 'Knee Hi' sweet pea is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"450\"\u003ecompact and elegant variety\u003c\/strong\u003e , especially prized for offering the \u003cstrong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eclassic beauty and fragrance of sweet peas\u003c\/strong\u003e in an \u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eeasy-to-manage\u003c\/strong\u003e format. The plants reach approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e75 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in height, making them ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eborders\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"697\"\u003econtainers\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"715\"\u003elow trellises\u003c\/strong\u003e , and decorative edging. The flowers come in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eharmonious mix of soft and vibrant hues\u003c\/strong\u003e , including \u003cstrong data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"900\"\u003elavender, pink, purple, red, salmon, and white\u003c\/strong\u003e , providing a refined presence without overwhelming the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eHighly \u003cstrong data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"974\"\u003efragrant\u003c\/strong\u003e , this sweet pea releases a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003esweet, floral aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout its flowering period, making it an excellent choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003esmall gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e , patios, and walkways. Despite its compact size, it remains \u003cstrong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003evigorous\u003c\/strong\u003e , easy to grow, and well-suited for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003ecut flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e , thanks to its sturdy stems and rich colors. It naturally attracts \u003cstrong data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003ebees, butterflies, and other pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e , contributing to the garden's vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eSpread\/carrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact climber\u003cbr data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 75 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eSeed producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e McKenzie \u003cbr data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open pollination\u003cbr data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003ePhysical type of seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 45 to 50 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact size, highly fragrant, ideal for containers, easy to grow, cut flower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eFlower colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lavender, pink, purple, red, salmon and white\u003cbr data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e From July until the first frosts\u003cbr data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good drought tolerance once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e'Knee Hi' sweet peas should be \u003cstrong data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003esown directly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e once the soil has warmed up and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003eall risk of frost has passed\u003c\/strong\u003e . The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003esoil temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e should be \u003cstrong data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003eabove 13°C\u003c\/strong\u003e to promote even germination. As the seeds have a hard shell, it is recommended to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003elightly scarify them\u003c\/strong\u003e and then \u003cstrong data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003esoak them overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e in room-temperature water to speed up germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2820\"\u003eChoose a location that receives \u003cstrong data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003eat least 6 hours of full sun\u003c\/strong\u003e per day. Sow at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003ea depth of 1.3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , spacing the seeds about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2636\"\u003e5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, then water gently with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003efine mist\u003c\/strong\u003e . Keep the soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003eevenly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e , but not waterlogged, throughout germination, which usually takes \u003cstrong data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003e10 to 14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eWhen the seedlings have developed \u003cstrong data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003e2 to 3 pairs of leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e , thin them out to maintain a spacing of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003e10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , ensuring good air circulation and balanced development. Install a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3049\"\u003elow support\u003c\/strong\u003e if necessary to guide their growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003e Flowering and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3454\"\u003e Flowering typically begins \u003cstrong data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3181\"\u003e60 to 90 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e and continues \u003cstrong data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3227\"\u003euntil the first frosts\u003c\/strong\u003e . Regularly picking the flowers encourages \u003cstrong data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3307\"\u003econtinuous blooming\u003c\/strong\u003e and increases production. Moderate watering, equivalent to \u003cstrong data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3405\"\u003e2.5 to 5 cm of water per week\u003c\/strong\u003e , is sufficient once the plants are well established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3456\" data-end=\"3479\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3648\"\u003e• Containers and planters\u003cbr data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003e • Low trellises and flower borders\u003cbr data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3549\"\u003e • Fragrant bouquets\u003cbr data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3571\"\u003e • Romantic and compact gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"3604\" data-end=\"3607\"\u003e • Pollinator-friendly gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3650\" data-end=\"3969\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Knee Hi'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e sweet pea from McKenzie Seed Company is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"3709\" data-end=\"3785\"\u003eideal solution for enjoying the charm and fragrance of sweet peas\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3813\"\u003esmall spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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