Sweet Pea 'Black Knight', Grandiflora Sweet Peas
Strongly scented, Lathyrus odoratus ‘Black Knight’ is a vigorous climbing annual with usually 3-4 striking, dark maroon flowers per stem. Regarded as one of the darkest varieties, this early grandiflora sweet pea is a lovely addition to the garden and perfect for containers where its rich perfume can be enjoyed. Ideal for providing cut flowers that will fill your home with their heady perfume too. Introduced in 1898, this heirloom sweet pea is still as popular as ever. Did you know that the more you pick them the more they will continue to flower?
Hardiness |
2 - 11 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Climbers |
Plant Family | Leguminosae |
Genus | Lathyrus |
Common names | Sweet Pea |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 1' (30cm) |
Spacing | 2" - 3" (5cm - 8cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
Hardiness |
2 - 11 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Climbers |
Plant Family | Leguminosae |
Genus | Lathyrus |
Common names | Sweet Pea |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 1' (30cm) |
Spacing | 2" - 3" (5cm - 8cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Lathyrus odoratus ‘Black Knight’ (Sweet Pea) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Lathyrus odoratus ‘Black Knight’ (Sweet Pea) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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