Sweet Pea David Tostevin
Sweet Pea 'David Tostevin'
Lathyrus odoratus
A truly distinctive sweet pea, David Tostevin is the first variety to be officially classified as dappled by the National Sweet Pea Society. Its blooms are a smoky, silvery lavender—each one slightly different from the next, with soft mottling that gives the whole plant a sense of depth and movement. Some flowers lean pale and pearlescent; others bloom with a cooler, dusky violet tone.
Upright stems make this variety a strong garden performer, and the scent—light but undeniably sweet—adds to its quiet elegance. Bred by renowned sweet pea breeder Dr. Keith Hammett and named in honour of David Tostevin, founder of Plants of Distinction, this variety brings something truly special to the garden or vase.
Best grown with support in full sun. Harvest regularly to encourage more blooms.
Details
Plant type: Hardy annual
Height: 6-8 feet
Plant spacing: 6-8”
Site: full sun (or partial afternoon shade in hotter zones)
Soil & Water: fertile and moist, but well-draining
Pinch: when there are 4 pairs of true leaves
Approx David Tostevin Sweet Pea seeds per packet: 10
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Originally used as a tool to mold and press cigars, we have reworked this beautiful object to present your sweet pea flowers or other seasonal blooms effortlessly.
These wooden and vintage pieces were used to press cigars - the rolled tobacco leaves being placed in the cavities inside. The second half of the mold would then be added, pressing and sealing the cigars. We have reworked the press by enlarging the original holes so that the glass test tubes can be inserted. The two halves have been bonded together, producing a beautiful, stylish, industrial display piece.
Select your favorite flowers and place single stems of varying heights in each glass tube for the best results.
This wooden vintage cigar press will make beautiful table center or use it to dress the mantle piece in your home. A delightful talking piece to show off your sweet peas or other flowers.
Glass test tubes included.
Please note, each piece is vintage and therefore possesses its own unique characteristics, including variations in tone and individual markings, which only enhance its character. As is typical of original vintage industrial pieces, imperfections such as marks, dents, dings and blemishes contribute to its inherent charm.
Dimensions are approximate and the size of each item will vary slightly:
Height Range 3.5 to 5 inches
Width Range 22 to 23 inches
Depth 2.5 inches