{"product_id":"sweet-pea-mr-p","title":"Sweet Pea 'Mr. P'","description":"\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLathyrus odoratus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spencer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePetal Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark purple flakes over a crisp white background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreeder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roger Parsons \u0026amp; McDonald\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Introduced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer-Flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Mr. P' is an exciting novelty and a remarkably prolific addition to the summer-flowering Spencer class. Celebrated for producing \"tons and tons of flowers,\" this unique variety features a highly attractive patterned display, showcasing striking dark purple flakes set vividly against a clean white background. Possessing the wonderfully ruffled and waved petal structure that exhibition Spencers are famous for, along with a lovely, classic sweet pea scent, it is an absolute must-have for bringing dramatic contrast to the garden and the vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExhibiting robust vigor, 'Mr. P' is a tall-climbing vine. Because it grows tall and dense enough to serve as a spectacular floral background in your borders, it requires a sturdy vertical support system—such as tall netting, a trellis, or bamboo teepees—to enthusiastically climb throughout the summer season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo coax the most spectacular blooms from this prolific vine, plant it in a sunny location with deeply enriched, well-draining soil. Because of its tall climbing habit, the stems should be tied in regularly to ensure the plant remains secure against the wind. Consistent harvesting and the diligent removal of faded blossoms are absolutely essential to prevent the plant from setting seed, ensuring a continuous, uninterrupted flush of flaked flowers all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the exact year of introduction remains unspecified in the botanical archives, 'Mr. P' was raised by the breeders Parsons and McDonald. It has earned a well-deserved reputation among growers as a uniquely patterned, incredibly prolific Spencer variety that delivers an outstanding garden performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Striking cut flower arrangements, exhibition novelty, and providing a heavily blooming, patterned floral background in summer borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make its dark purple flakes truly stand out, pair it with a crisp, pure white variety like 'Wild Swan'. Alternatively, planting it alongside a deeply saturated, solid dark variety like 'Almost Black' will create a highly sophisticated display that perfectly echoes its dark purple markings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sweet Pea Gardens LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50710751772909,"sku":"ovt1789783910369","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/2832\/4333\/files\/sweet-pea-mr-p_1.jpg?v=1789783914","url":"https:\/\/coraltonefit.shop\/products\/sweet-pea-mr-p","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}