Sweet Pea "Old Spice Black Knight", 15 Seeds
Lathyrus odoratus
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- $7.95
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Sweet Pea Lathyrus odoratus "Old Spice Black Knight"
(Lathyrus odoratus)
Why we love this flower:
Uses: Fragrant cut flower, trellises, vintage gardens
Deep maroon and violet petals shimmer with a velvety texture, giving “Black Knight” an air of mystery and classic elegance. A heritage Old Spice variety, it thrives in heat better than most sweet peas, offering rich fragrance and dramatic color for garden displays and bouquets.
PLANT DETAILS
Sweet Pea Lathyrus odoratus "Old Spice Black Knight" (Lathyrus odoratus)
Flower Facts
Zones: Annual
Bloom Time: Spring – Early Summer
Height: 60 – 72 in
Spread: Climbing vine
Cut Flower: Long stems, intensely fragrant
Attraction: Bees, pollinators
Resistance: Heat tolerant
Planting Instructions
Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow in early spring
Soak seeds overnight before planting
Germination: 7–14 days
Thin or space 6 in apart; provide support for climbing
Growing Tips
Full sun
Rich, well-drained soil
Water consistently; avoid drought
Harvest regularly to extend bloom
Why Grow Sweet Pea Lathyrus odoratus "Old Spice Black Knight"
‘Black Knight’ brings deep jewel tones and powerful fragrance—a timeless favorite among heirloom sweet peas.
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