Scarlet

Sweet Peas – 10-18 Plants per Pot (Annual)

A cottage garden classic, Sweet Peas produce a dazzling display of colourful, delicate, fragrant flowers on long, sturdy stems. Perfect for cutting, their heady scent and climbing habit make them a favourite for both gardeners and pollinators alike.

Planting

• Spacing: Separate 2–4 seedling clumps and plant each clump 15cm apart.

• Support: Place next to a trellis, net, or cane—they’re natural climbers.

• Soil: Enrich with a bucket of compost for moisture retention and nutrient boost.

• Position: Sunny, sheltered spot. Protect young plants from frost and slugs.

Care

• Watering: Keep well watered until established and during dry spells.

• Feeding: Feed every other week once growing strong and flowering.

• Tying: Loosely tie stems to supports as they grow to prevent flopping.

• Deadheading: Remove seed heads weekly to encourage more flowers.

Height & Spread
Varies depending on support, typically 1.5 – 2m tall climbers

Harvesting

• Timing: Cut flowers regularly from June to September.

• Method: Pick stems in the morning for best fragrance and longest vase life.

Top Tips

• Pruning: Pinch out growing tips to encourage side shoots for more blooms.

• Support: Tie plants to prevent top-heavy stems from bending—perfect for straight-cut flowers.

• Companion Planting: Attracts pollinators and pairs beautifully with climbing beans or runner beans in the vegetable garden.