sweet pea 'Mollie Rilstone'

Grow in a fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun with support. Incorporate organic matter into the soil before planting and feed with a balanced, liquid fertiliser once a month when in growth. See sweetpea cultivation

Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering

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

May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails, pollen beetles and pigeon

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