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Joannabanana Sep 15, 2011 9:54 PM CST |
I planted a row of sweet peas along the walkway to the back yard and LOVE it. The fragrance is unbelievable. repeat for next year for sure. ![]() ![]() ![]() |
soilsandup Oct 27, 2011 1:27 PM CST |
Lovely display. How long did they bloom for? Hope you collected seeds! I think my area is mild enough that I can try some of the winter blooming sweet peas. |
critterologist Aug 17, 2012 3:00 AM CST |
Stunning! What do you have for vertical support? I'm learning to dance in the rain. Thank you, Sally & Chris & Sharon. |
Joannabanana Aug 17, 2012 8:01 AM CST |
This year, I started with a little metal fence. Once they grew past the fence, I added a green plastic mesh and 6' bamboo sticks. I secure the sticks to the house, under the bottom siding. They got hit with hail a few times this year, so not as nice display. I have to remove some of the lily of the valley also. Last year I had a lot more sweet peas planted in that small space. They do smell wonderful when you open the gate or come around the corner of the house![]() |
critterologist Aug 20, 2012 4:43 AM CST |
Even a few blooms have such wonderful perfume! That's a great way of supporting them within a fairly narrow space. I don't know if I'd have thought beyond pansies or liriope there! LOL I'm learning to dance in the rain. Thank you, Sally & Chris & Sharon. |
Cinta Aug 20, 2012 8:26 AM CST |
I have never had much luck with sweet peas. Your plants are beautiful. |
soilsandup Aug 27, 2012 2:34 AM CST |
I am thinking of starting some in late summer and see if they will overwinter and bloom in early spring. |
Joannabanana Sep 15, 2012 3:20 PM CST |
The kid sowed some striped sweet peas and the 1st one bloomed today. Last year I had planted/sowed the sweet peas a lot thicker. I liked the display better with more plants ![]() ![]() |
critterologist Oct 25, 2012 7:43 PM CST |
Very pretty!! BTW, I cracked up when I noticed your "tag" just now... it's been a busy week here, so I can relate! I'm learning to dance in the rain. Thank you, Sally & Chris & Sharon. |
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