sweet pea 'Chelsea Centenary'

Grow in a fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Incorporate organic matter into the soil before planting and feed with a balanced, liquid fertiliser once a month when in growth. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. See sweetpea cultivation for further information

Remove after flowering

Propagate by seed sown in-situ in mid-spring. Germination may be improved by pre-soaking or chipping before sowing

May be attacked by aphids, slugs and snails

May be affected by powdery mildews, Fusarium wilt and sweet pea viruses