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Features
Family
Fabaceae
Native
Italy
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Vine
Flower Color
Mixed
Bloom Season
Spring to summer
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Pollinators
- Cut Flower
Growing Conditions
Frost Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About Sweet Pea
Lathyrus odoratus
¾"–1¼" flowers. Colors may include purple, red, rose, white, pink, blue, scarlet, cream, salmon. Almost every color except yellow.
Planting Sweet Pea
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Vine
Planting Depth
1"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | 1" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 6" |
| Thinning | When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 6" |
| Germination | 10–21 days |
| Start Indoors | 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. Cold Climates: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Late fall to early winter for winter bloom. Ideal temperature is 55°–65°F. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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3 reviews
- Penelope F.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars2/5/26Fail in Florida
I planted these in late Sept. in FL. They germinated well but only grew a few inches and then halted despite water, fertilizer, etc. I think temps were too high but even when it cooled down, they failed to grow. I also planted the mammoth and had even worse results. I do have about four or five that I planted near a pump that are surviving but not thriving.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests2/16/26Hey Penelope,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Ellin C H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/8/255 Stars
I think I started the seeds too soon. They were growing up very nicely. They were 2 inches high. Then we had another freeze, and they are not responding. Now I will be adding some more.
- John M.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1/27/255 Stars
I have been using BI for a number of years and have been pleased with the results