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Sweet Pea care requirements
water
Water regularly and deeply, 1–2 inches per week. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid wetting flowers.
soil
Well-draining, fertile loam enriched with compost or well-rotted manure. pH 6.0–7.0 is ideal.
light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily) promotes flowering; tolerates partial shade in hot climates.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Sweet Pea
- fiber_manual_recordGrey fuzzy mould on leaves, flowers, or fruit
- fiber_manual_recordBrown rotting tissue
- fiber_manual_recordCollapsed flowers
help
Common causes in Sweet Pea
Caused by Botrytis cinerea. Thrives in cool, humid conditions with poor air circulation.
healing
How to treat botrytis (grey mould) in Sweet Pea
Remove all affected tissue. Improve air flow. Apply fungicide.
shield
Preventing botrytis (grey mould) in Sweet Pea
Good air circulation. Remove dead plant material promptly. Avoid overhead watering.