Sweet pea 'Midnight' (Lathyrus odoratus 'Midnight')

Sweet pea 'Midnight'

Also known as: Common sweet pea 'Midnight'

The sweet pea 'Midnight' is known for its near-black and fragrant flowers. They also have larger than the average flowers. While their parentage is unknown, the deep color of their leaves may have contributed to its nickname of 'Midnight'. The sweet pea 'Midnight' also attracts pollinators and may be a good choice in floral arrangements.

Scientific classification

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

50 cm

Spread

Summer dormancy, Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Sweet pea 'Midnight'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Sweet pea 'Midnight' requires more frequent watering during the seedling stage to keep soil moist. Once established, their drought tolerance improves. Water directly at the roots in the morning to prevent fungal issues. Potted plants dry out quicker, needing increased watering, especially in warmer weather.

Fertilize: Before planting sweet pea 'Midnight', mix compost and bone meal into the soil. Fertilize every 2 weeks, using low nitrogen (N) and high phosphate and potassium. For seedlings, a 5-5-10 ratio promotes root growth; during blooming, use a 5-10-5 ratio for flower formation.

Pruning: Sweet pea 'Midnight' produces fragrant, vibrant blooms and benefits from careful pruning. Trim early shoots in spring for bushiness and remove spent flowers late spring for continuous blooms. Regular pruning enhances air circulation, prevents disease, and maintains a healthy, thriving plant for stunning displays.

Propagation: Sweet pea 'Midnight' primarily propagates through seeds, while perennial types can be propagated by division outside of the blooming season, specifically before spring or after fall.

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