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evelyninthegarden said: Well, I have decided what I'll do. Some will be started in cell packs early then planted in fall, winter and spring. Then, also others will be direct-seeded late fall. Winter and early spring. Then I can get an idea of how to get a longer bloom period. Same with lupines...

I start mine in peat pots and grow with heat pad in late March here. Then by May I plant them outside in peat packs the roots are not disturbed. Be digilant when pinching back the top two leaves to make the seedling bushy. Otherwise they can get long and spindly.
What kind are you growing? I have grown the fragrant Lathyrus odoratus (Sweet Pea) is a bushy or climbing annual noted for the delicious scent of its bright colored flowers.