Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, Fusarium wilt and sweet pea viruses
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails
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Dutch mice · Lathyrus tuberosus
Also known as: earth-nut pea; Fyfield pea; pease earth-nut; tine-tare; tuberous lathyrus; tuberous vetch; tuberous-rooted everlasting pea; earth chestnut; earth nut; tuberous pea
Grow in humus-rich, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or light dappled shade. Incorporate well-rotted organic manure before planting and apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks when in growth. Deadhead regularly. See sweetpea cultivation for further information
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, Fusarium wilt and sweet pea viruses
May be susceptible to aphids, slugs and snails
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