Sweet Pea Spencer Mix Seeds

Sweet Pea Spencer Mix Seeds - Irish Plants Direct

 

The Lathyrus odoratus commonly known as Sweet Pea is a beloved climbing plant celebrated for its stunning fragrant flowers in a range of vibrant colours.

 

The Latin name Lathyrus odoratus derives from lathyrus (pea) and odoratus (fragrant), which describes the plant’s aromatic, sweet-scented blooms. The Spencer Mix offers an exquisite blend of large, ruffled flowers in shades of pink, red, lavender, and white, making it a popular choice for creating a visually striking display in gardens or as cut flowers.

 

This vigorous climber grows to a height of 180-240 cm and thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun or partial shade. The Spencer Mix is renowned for its exceptional fragrance, and the blooms are large and beautifully frilled, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to trellises, fences, or mixed borders.

 

Sweet Peas are excellent for attracting pollinators, and their long flowering period, from early summer to autumn, ensures a continuous display of colour and scent.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 25

 

Sow: October - April (indoors) or April - May (outdoors)

Germination: 10 - 14 days

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; slightly alkaline to neutral pH

Height: 180 - 240 cm

Flowering: June - September

Companion Plants: Marigolds, Foxgloves, Cosmos

Avoid Planting With: Carrots, Onions

 

Water consistently, especially during dry spells, and provide strong climbing support, such as trellises, poles, or netting, as the plants grow.

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors: Sow seeds in trays or pots filled with moist, well-drained compost from October to April. Plant seeds 2.5 cm deep and keep at a temperature of 15-18°C. Once seedlings are large enough, harden them off and transplant outdoors after the last frost, spacing them 20-25 cm apart.

 

Outdoors: Sow directly into prepared soil from April to May. Plant seeds 2.5 cm deep and space them 20-25 cm apart. Provide support for the plants to climb as they grow.

 

Sweet Pea Spencer Mix is perfect for gardeners looking to add fragrant, large-flowered varieties to their outdoor spaces. Its showy blooms and lovely fragrance make it a favourite choice for creating floral displays that will delight all season long.

 

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