{"product_id":"sweet-pea-mrs-r-bolton","title":"Sweet Pea 'Mrs R Bolton'","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 Bicolor \/ Flush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rose pink shading over a crisp white ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robert Bolton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Introduced:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1945-1946\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'Mrs R Bolton' is a treasured mid-century classic belonging to the summer-flowering Spencer class. This beautiful variety offers large, elegantly ruffled blooms that feature a soft, romantic rose-pink flush resting vividly atop a clean white ground. Possessing the wonderful waved petal structure that exhibition Spencers are famous for, along with a pleasing moderate fragrance, this sweet pea is a highly reliable and elegant choice for both garden borders and cut flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExhibiting the typical vigorous growth of the Spencer class, 'Mrs R Bolton' is a robust, tall-climbing vine. To thrive and reach its maximum height, 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, heavily frilled blooms from this 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 rose-pink flowers all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful cultivar is a classic post-war sweet pea, having been officially introduced to the botanical registry in 1945-1946. Showcasing the delicate pastel shading popular during that era, it stands as a wonderful mid-century representative of the ruffled Spencer class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, romantic cut flower arrangements, vintage garden displays, and bringing a delicate rose-pink and white pastel combination to the summer border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo enhance its beautiful pink and white tones, pair it with soft, delicate pastel varieties like 'Anniversary' or 'Pink Panther'. Alternatively, planting it alongside a deeply saturated, moody variety like 'Almost Black' or 'Dark Passion' will create a highly sophisticated, dramatic contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sweet Pea Gardens LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50710761603309,"sku":"xbt1789784191399","price":4.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/2832\/4333\/files\/sweet-pea-mrs-r-bolton_1.jpg?v=1789784196","url":"https:\/\/coraltonefit.shop\/products\/sweet-pea-mrs-r-bolton","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}