Container Garden Flower Seeds

Sweet Pea Old Spice Light Blue – Seeds

(Lathyrus odoratus)

The Old Spice Light Blue Sweet Pea is a charming heirloom variety, prized for its delicate pale blue blooms and delicious fragrance. Part of the famous Old Spice collection, it is especially valued for its heat tolerance and ability to flower well throughout summer. Perfect for trellises, arches, fences, and containers, it also makes an excellent cut flower, filling the home with its sweet scent.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual climbing plant

• Height: 180–200 cm (with support)

• Spread: 30 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Climbing arches, trellises, and fences

• Cottage and scented gardens

• Cut flower arrangements

• Attracting pollinators

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April (in pots/modules)

• Sow outdoors: March–May (direct into soil)

• Sow depth: 1–2 cm

• Spacing: 20–25 cm apart

• Support: Provide trellis, netting, or canes

• Care: Regular picking encourages more blooms; water well in dry periods

Sweet Pea Old Spice ‘America’ – Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea Old Spice ‘America’ is a fragrant annual climber producing striking red, white, and blue blooms reminiscent of the American flag. Its robust growth and long flowering season make it perfect for trellises, fences, obelisks, and window boxes. Easy to grow and highly fragrant, this variety adds patriotic color and sweet scent to summer gardens.

Why Grow "Old Spice ‘America’"

• Red, white, and blue fragrant blooms

• Long flowering season throughout summer

• Ideal for vertical displays and containers

• Adds color and scent to borders, patios, and trellises

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber (Lathyrus odoratus)

• Height: 150–180 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, obelisks, window boxes, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Vertical garden displays

• Container and patio planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Gardeners seeking fragrant, long-flowering climbers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in well-drained soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

Sweet Pea Extra Dwarf 'Little Sweetheart' Mix Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

A delightful, compact variety of sweet pea, 'Little Sweetheart' produces a charming mix of fragrant blooms in shades of pink, purple, lavender, red, and white. Unlike traditional climbing sweet peas, this extra dwarf mix forms neat, bushy plants that stay low and compact—perfect for borders, pots, and containers. Their sweet fragrance and bright colors make them a summer favorite.

Why Grow 'Little Sweetheart'

• Extra dwarf, bushy growth – no staking or trellising required

• Abundant, colorful blooms with classic sweet pea fragrance

• Ideal for borders, pots, and small gardens

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 20–30 cm (extra dwarf)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Containers, borders, edging, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after frost, spacing 15–20 cm apart

• Keep soil moist, avoid waterlogging

Sweet Pea Dwarf – Navy Blue Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

The Dwarf Sweet Pea ‘Navy Blue’ (Lathyrus odoratus) is a compact variety with rich, deep navy-blue blooms and a delightful fragrance. Unlike climbing sweet peas, this dwarf form grows in neat, bushy clumps, making it ideal for containers, borders, and small gardens. It produces masses of flowers throughout summer, perfect for cutting or simply enjoying in the garden.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, non-climbing habit – no support needed

• Striking deep navy-blue flowers with a sweet scent

• Long-lasting blooms for borders, pots, and cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lathyrus odoratus

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: June–September

Ideal For

• Pots, containers, and small spaces

• Bedding and border displays

• Fragrant cut flowers

Sowing

• Sow indoors: January–March in pots, 1 cm deep

• Harden off and transplant after last frost

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly where they are to flower

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Sweet Pea Dwarf Scarlet – Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

The Sweet Pea Dwarf Scarlet is a compact variety with brilliant scarlet-red flowers that bring vibrant color and charm to the garden. Unlike climbing types, it has a bushy, self-supporting habit, making it perfect for borders, pots, and window boxes. Bright, bold, and easy to grow.

Why Grow Dwarf Scarlet?

• Compact, bushy habit – no support needed

• Striking scarlet-red blooms

• Ideal for small spaces and containers

• Long flowering season

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (dwarf variety)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Borders, edging, pots, window boxes

Ideal For

• Bright container displays

• Small gardens and patios

• Adding bold color without trellises

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots/trays

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space plants 20 cm apart

• Pinch out tips for bushier growth

Sweet Pea Colorama Mix – Seeds

(Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea Colorama Mix is a classic annual climber with a spectacular mix of vibrant, fragrant flowers in various colors. Its vigorous growth makes it perfect for trellises, fences, arches, and containers. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it attracts pollinators and produces stems ideal for cutting and floral arrangements.

Why Grow Sweet Pea Colorama Mix?

• Vibrant, multicolored fragrant blooms

• Vigorous climbing habit

• Long-flowering annual

• Perfect for cut flowers and pollinator gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber

• Height: 180–240 cm

• Flowers: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile

Ideal For

• Trellises, fences, arches, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cut flowers and floral arrangements

• Bright, colorful garden displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots/trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: 20–30 cm apart

• Care: Provide climbing support; deadhead regularly to encourage more blooms

Sweet Pea ‘Navy Blue’ – Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea ‘Navy Blue’ is a classic, fragrant annual climber producing rich, deep navy-blue flowers that bloom all summer. Perfect for trellises, fences, obelisks, and window boxes, its striking color and sweet scent make it a standout in any garden. Long-flowering and easy to grow, this variety is ideal for adding both visual and aromatic charm to borders and containers.

Why Grow "Navy Blue"

• Deep navy-blue, fragrant blooms

• Long flowering season throughout summer

• Ideal for vertical displays and containers

• Adds color and scent to borders and patios

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber (Lathyrus odoratus)

• Height: 150–180 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, obelisks, window boxes, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Vertical garden displays

• Container and patio planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Gardeners seeking fragrant, long-flowering climbers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in well-drained soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

Sweet Pea ‘Bijou’ Dwarf Mix – Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea ‘Bijou’ Dwarf Mix is a charming, compact annual ideal for small gardens, containers, and borders. It produces clusters of fragrant, vibrant blooms in a range of colors, including pink, purple, white, and crimson. Its dwarf habit makes it perfect for low trellises, obelisks, or window boxes, bringing scent and color to every corner of the garden.

Why Grow "Bijou Dwarf Mix"

• Compact plants ideal for small spaces

• Fragrant, colorful blooms in multiple shades

• Long flowering season for continuous garden color

• Perfect for borders, containers, and low supports

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber (Lathyrus odoratus)

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, containers, trellises, window boxes, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Small gardens and container planting

• Low trellises, obelisks, and window boxes

• Adding fragrance and color to summer displays

• Gardeners seeking compact, easy-to-grow sweet peas

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in well-drained soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

Sweet Pea ‘Spanish Dancer’ Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Add elegance and fragrance to your garden with Sweet Pea ‘Spanish Dancer’ (Lathyrus odoratus). This climbing annual produces exquisite, vibrant pink flowers with a striking magenta edge and a delightful scent. Ideal for trellises, fences, and pergolas, it’s a stunning addition for borders, containers, and cut flower arrangements.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors in late winter or early spring, or directly outdoors after the last frost.

• Soak seeds overnight to improve germination.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Cover seeds lightly with soil and keep moist until germination (10–14 days).

• Provide support such as trellises, fences, or netting for climbing.

• Pinch out the tips of young plants to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.

Key Features

• Vibrant pink flowers with magenta edges

• Fragrant, climbing annual perfect for vertical displays

• Long-flowering, from late spring through summer

• Excellent for cut flowers and bouquets

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Trellises, pergolas, fences, and arches

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Containers and patio planters with support

• Cut flower arrangements for home decoration

Sowing

• Best time: Late winter to early spring indoors, or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Pre-soak seeds for best results

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regularly remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and maintain vigorous growth.