The Sweet Pea Miss Willmott, 'Lathyrus odoratus', is a very old sweet pea traced back to 1901 and is named after the famous garden writer, Miss Willmott. Miss Willmott's deep orange-pink color will add delight to any garden. It is a summer bloomer and in areas without long, cool springs, this excellent variety will continue to bloom as the temperatures begin to increase. The Miss Willmott Sweet Pea displays 2 inches blooms that are a deep orange-pink. They bloom from spring to summer. The Miss Willmott prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. Plant this Sweet Pea in full sun, but in a cool a spot as possible. Position them away from winds and rotate locations from year to year to prevent sweet pea pests. In cold climates plant the seed in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. In warm climates, plant in October through January for spring bloom. ... additional information