Sweetpea Old Spice Mixed Seeds

Sweetpea Old Spice Mixed is a scented heirloom collection with strong heat resistance and climbing growth for sunny trellises and fences.

View the South Africa-specific grow guide: Sweet Pea Grow Guide for South Africa

For local sowing and care, use our Sweet Pea Grow Guide for South Africa.

Quick Grow Facts

• Plant Type: Annual
• Scientific Name: Lathyrus odoratus
• General Sowing Time: Autumn to Winter
• Position: Full sun in cool weather
• Sow Depth: 10–15 mm
• Spacing: 15–20 cm
• Germination: 10–21 days at 13–18 °C
• Height: 90cm to 200cm
• Seed Quantity - 5g raw seed: Approx 60 seeds
• Seed Quantity - 100g raw seed: Approx 1 200 seeds

Why Grow This Variety

• The heirloom mix brings classic, old-world character.
• Highly scented flowers add fragrance to the garden.
• Heat resistance supports flowering in warmer conditions.
• The flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Garden Uses

Train Old Spice Mixed along sunny fences or trellises, or use it beside pathways where the fragrance can be enjoyed.

Growing Notes

• Sow 10–15 mm deep in cool conditions and keep evenly moist, not saturated, during germination.
• Space plants 15–20 cm and protect young growth from slugs, snails and drying wind.
• Install a sturdy trellis or netting before the climbing shoots need support.
• Pick flowers regularly and remove spent blooms to reduce pod formation and extend flowering.
• Sweet pea seeds and pods are not edible; keep them away from children and pets.

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