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Sweet Pea
(Lathyrus odoratus)
—Common Names:—
Queen of Annuals
Sweet Pea is the flower of April.
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Sweet peas are considered to be the floral emblem for Edwardian England and were an important part of floral arrangements for every wedding and dinner party.
They were popular during the late 19th century and were widely grown in 1722 for their sweet fragrance.
Dried petals of sweet peas were one of the most important ingredients for potpourris.
According to superstition, seeds sown before sunrise on Saint Patrick's day will have larger and more fragrant blossoms.
Others believe the same results will occur if seeds are sown anytime between the feasts of Saints David and Chad (March 1 and 2) and of Saint Benedict (March 21)
The perennial Sweet Pea, flowers in the summer and has large flowers, but is not fragrant; however, the annual Sweet Pea is fragrant.
The Sweet Pea can grow on trellises and fences and likes full sun and a well-drained soil.
They come in a large range of colors.
The name "sweet pea" is believed to have first been used by the poet Keats (1795-1821).
The meaning of Sweet Pea is blissful pleasure.
They symbolize: Departure, and Delicate pleasures
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