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Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix – Seeds

(Dianthus barbatus) – Biennial/Short-lived Perennial

The Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix is a compact variety that produces charming clusters of vividly colored flowers in shades of red, pink, white, and bicolor. Its fragrant, long-lasting blooms make it a favorite for borders, rock gardens, and cut flowers. Compact in habit, it’s perfect for smaller spaces and containers while still bringing cottage-garden charm.

Key Features

• Type: Biennial / short-lived perennial

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Blooming period: May–July (from second year)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rock and cottage gardens

• Containers and small gardens

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–20°C

• Sow outdoors: May–June for flowering the following year

• Sowing depth: Surface sow, lightly cover with fine soil

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Deadhead regularly; mulch in winter for protection

Sweet Pea ‘Royal Pink’ – 50 Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

The Sweet Pea ‘Royal Pink’ is a charming climbing annual with large, beautifully scented blooms in a vibrant shade of rose-pink. Perfect for trellises, fences, or obelisks, this variety adds height, fragrance, and a romantic touch to summer gardens. Its long stems make it excellent for cut flower arrangements.

Why Grow ‘Royal Pink’?

• Strong, sweet fragrance

• Vigorous climbing habit (up to 180–200 cm)

• Abundant blooms in radiant pink

• Superb for cut flowers and garden displays

Key Features

• Type: Annual climbing flower

• Height: 180–200 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Trellises, fences, cut flowers, containers (with support)

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–March in pots, 1–2 cm deep

• Direct sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Pinch out tips for bushier growth

• Train onto supports as they climb

Tip: Regular picking of blooms encourages continuous flowering.

Sweet Pea Parfume 'Edith Flanagan' Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

The Sweet Pea 'Edith Flanagan' is a fragrant climbing annual with soft pink and white blooms, offering both charm and scent. Its long-lasting flowers are perfect for trellises, fences, pergolas, and containers. Loved for its sweet fragrance, it attracts pollinators while providing elegant vertical interest in the garden.

What Makes It Special

• Delightfully scented blooms that fill the garden with fragrance

• Elegant climbing habit ideal for trellises, fences, and pergolas

• Soft pink and white flowers with long-lasting blooms

• Attracts bees and butterflies, enhancing your garden’s biodiversity

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lathyrus odoratus

• Variety: 'Edith Flanagan'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: Climbs 1.5–2 m; spread depends on support

• Position: Full sun to partial shade; well-drained, fertile soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Trellises, fences, pergolas, and arches

• Containers and window boxes with support

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Fragrant floral displays and cut flowers

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors; March–May outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Soak seeds overnight for quicker germination

   • Sow 2–3 cm deep in pots or seed trays

   • Germination in 10–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 20–25 cm apart

4. Care: Provide support for climbing; water regularly and remove faded flowers to prolong blooming

Sweet Pea 'Neille Viner' – Seeds

(Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea 'Neille Viner' is a classic climbing annual admired for its soft, delicate pink blooms and strong, sweet fragrance. Its long stems are perfect for cutting, while its vigorous climbing habit creates a stunning display on trellises, fences, or arches. Ideal for adding colour and scent to summer gardens, this variety is a favorite among gardeners and florists alike.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Vertical garden displays

• Cut flower arrangements

• Cottage-style gardens

• Fragrant garden corners

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after last frost, spacing 20–30 cm

• Provide climbing support

• Regular deadheading encourages more blooms

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 ‘Starry Nights’ Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea ‘Starry Nights’ is an heirloom Old Spice variety prized for its fragrant, deep purple blooms speckled with lighter lilac spots, evoking a night sky full of stars. This climbing sweet pea is heat-tolerant, long-flowering, and perfect for trellises, arches, or cut flower arrangements that fill the garden with scent and color.

Why Grow 'Starry Nights'

• Rich, deep purple flowers with lilac “stars”

• Exceptionally fragrant and heat-tolerant

• Long stems ideal for cutting and bouquets

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–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 20–30 cm apart

• Provide climbing support

• Deadhead to prolong flowering

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

The Sweet Pea ‘Cupani’ is a historic variety dating back to the 17th century, often called the original sweet pea. It bears bicolor blooms of rich crimson-purple and violet, with a strong, intoxicating fragrance. A vigorous climber, it adds timeless beauty and perfume to fences, arches, and cut flower arrangements.

Why Grow ‘Cupani’?

• Heritage sweet pea, dating back centuries

• Strong, sweet fragrance

• Crimson-purple and violet bicolor blooms

• Excellent for cut flowers

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual climber

• Height: 180–200 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun, rich soil

• Uses: Arches, fences, trellises, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Traditional cottage gardens

• Climbing displays with fragrance

• Cutting for vases and bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots/trays

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after last frost, spacing 20–30 cm

• Provide climbing support

• Deadhead regularly for more blooms

Sweet Pea Old Spice 'Violet Queen' Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

A classic heirloom variety, Sweet Pea 'Violet Queen' belongs to the renowned Old Spice group—celebrated for its exceptional fragrance and heat tolerance. This charming climbing sweet pea produces masses of blooms in deep violet-purple shades, filling the garden with nostalgic summer perfume. Perfect for trellises, arches, or cut flower arrangements.

Why Grow 'Violet Queen'

• Rich violet-purple blooms with outstanding fragrance

• More heat tolerant than many other sweet peas

• Excellent for cutting – long stems and lasting vase life

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, cut flowers, cottage gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–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 20–30 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

• Regular deadheading prolongs flowering

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