Sweet Pea Purple Pimpernel
Thompson and Morgan
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Sowing Info
Soak seeds overnight in warm water before sowing 1cm (1/2in) deep, 3 seeds per 7.5cm (3in pot, in free-draining, damp, seed compost. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and place at 20-25°C (68-77°F) until after germination with takes 7-21 days. Do not exclude light. Spring sowing can be own outdoors, 2.5cm (1in) deep, in drills 7.5cm (3in) apart.
Growing Info
Overwinter October sown plants in cooler conditions such as a cold frame before planting out in the spring, when the ground has warmed, 23-30cm (9-12in) apart. Pinch out the growing point once the second pair of leaves has opened. Water freely in dry weather. Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage more blooms
Flowering Period
June to August
Number of Seeds
20