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Sweet pea "Beaujolais"

By Meanie

Sweet pea "Beaujolais" (Lathyrus odoratus (Sweet Pea))

3 Jul, 2010
8 likes

All too often when a new plant blooms that you aren't familiar with, it's a disappointment compared to the picture on the packet or tag. This one is a revelation! The packet didn't even come close to doing it justice!
I'm completely made up with this one!

Comments on this photo

Amblealice

I know what you mean!!....this certainly a gorgeous bloom....is the scent good too?

3 Jul, 2010

Meanie

Thanks Amblealice - yes it is fragrant!

3 Jul, 2010

Lemondog

and i see why Meanie it is words do not do it justice, i want it, what seed company? i grow a lot of sweet peas and dot them around the garden growing through and up things but i must admit i have shied away from the darker colours, having been disappointed, but this one has knocked all that on the head. This is what GYO is all about, thank you.

4 Jul, 2010

Meanie

Lemondog - I fancied a change this year from my sweet pea of choice (Cupani) and found this in the Suttons range. The flowers have a wonderful sheen to them.

4 Jul, 2010

Lemondog

Thanks they will be on my list for next year.

4 Jul, 2010