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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    April 2, 2011
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    Yes, pinching makes for a fuller plant. When the seedlings have 3-4 sets of "true" leaves, just nip off the very end of the plant, just a centimeter or two is all you need to take off.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    April 7, 2011
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    It sounds as if you may be growing the annual sweet pea variety rather than the perennial, which returns each year. Make sure you are growing the right one. If you are growing the perennial variety (Lathyrus latifolius), they will reseed themselves each year. Lathyrus odoratus is the annual type.

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    Nikki on
    April 21, 2011
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    Different waters have different minerals and nutrients.

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    Nikki on
    September 1, 2011
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    In your area, it would probably be better to wait until spring for transplanting. Try to keep the root ball together. Plant it at the same depth it was originally growing. Lightly firm the soil around it and water. Wait 7-10 days and then add some mulch but be sure to keep the mulch at least an inch away from the stem of the plant. It may also be helpful to trim off any blooms that may be present to reduce shock while the plant establishes itself.

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    Heather on
    September 17, 2011
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    They should be fine. Ants normally only bother plants if the plants get infested with aphids (the ants feed off aphid secretions). So, they should not bother your sweet peas as long as they are healthy.

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    Nikki on
    July 30, 2012
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    Try neem oil. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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    Heather on
    September 16, 2012
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    This article will help you:
    http://ext100.wsu.edu/clark/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2014/02/SweetPeas.pdf

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