Product description
Mrs R Bolton is a Spencer type Sweet Pea boasting ruffled flowers in baby pink, fading to white towards the centre. The large flowers emerge on tall stems, with each stem bearing between 3 and 6 blooms. Flowering from June to September, these lightly fragranced flowers have a delicately sweet scent. They are ideal for cut flower arrangements, lasting up to 5 days in a vase indoors.
Being climbing plants, Mrs R Bolton Sweet Peas benefit from a support in the form of a trellis or obelisk to scramble up. They are easy to grow, preferring a sheltered spot in full sun in well-draining soil. Water well after planting and during dry spells to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Pinch the tips of young plants to promote bushy growth and an abundance of flowers and deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering.
Also known by the botanical name Lathyrus odoratus, Sweet Peas are renowned for attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, turning your garden into a buzzing hive of activity.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Sweet Pea
Sweet Pea 'Mrs R Bolton' Bedding Plants
Sweet Pea 'Mrs R Bolton' Bedding Plants
Product description
Mrs R Bolton is a Spencer type Sweet Pea boasting ruffled flowers in baby pink, fading to white towards the centre. The large flowers emerge on tall stems, with each stem bearing between 3 and 6 blooms. Flowering from June to September, these lightly fragranced flowers have a delicately sweet scent. They are ideal for cut flower arrangements, lasting up to 5 days in a vase indoors.
Being climbing plants, Mrs R Bolton Sweet Peas benefit from a support in the form of a trellis or obelisk to scramble up. They are easy to grow, preferring a sheltered spot in full sun in well-draining soil. Water well after planting and during dry spells to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Pinch the tips of young plants to promote bushy growth and an abundance of flowers and deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering.
Also known by the botanical name Lathyrus odoratus, Sweet Peas are renowned for attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, turning your garden into a buzzing hive of activity.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
To keep sweet peas flowering for longer, remove faded blooms regularly or pick flowers often for display. This prevents the plant from setting seed and encourages more buds to form. Pinching young stems early also promotes bushier, more productive plants.
How to Water
Water sweet peas regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, and take care not to overwater. Water at the base of the plant to reduce the risk of mildew developing on the foliage.
How to Plant
Plant sweet peas in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered location. Ensure they have support like canes, netting, or a trellis, as they naturally climb. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and keeps the roots cool during warmer months.
