Sweet Pea - Navy Blue - Lathyrus odoratus - Fragrant favourite for bouquets - Fresh Seeds

Sweet Pea Navy Blue (Lathyrus odoratus) is an attractive annual climber with slender stems that can reach up to about 2.5 metres and climb supports using tendrils. The deep navy colour of the flowers, combined with an intense, sweet fragrance, adds an elegant, atmospheric look to pergolas, arches, and fences. Sweet pea blooms are valued both in the garden and in bouquets, where their strong scent creates a distinctive, memorable effect. This variety is easy to grow, making it a good choice for home gardens and allotments.

Sowing depth

Sow the seeds at a depth of 3 to 4 cm. This helps provide stable conditions for germination, protects the seeds from drying out, and supports even early growth. It is best to sow into well-loosened, light soil to help the plants root quickly.

When to sow outdoors

The best time to sow outdoors is March or April, once the soil has warmed and the risk of frost has passed. Early sowing allows the plants to develop strongly and start flowering in early summer, giving a longer season of colour and fragrance.

Spacing

Keep a spacing of 10 to 20 cm between plants. This gives the shoots space to grow freely, supports generous flowering, and helps reduce the risk of fungal problems.

Flowering period

Sweet Pea Navy Blue flowers from June to September, providing long-lasting decoration through the summer. The abundance of blooms and their intense scent make it a standout feature on supports, pergolas, and fences.

Growing tips

Sweet peas grow best in full sun, in fertile, free-draining soil that is slightly limy. Soaking the seeds for 24 hours before sowing is recommended, as it helps speed up germination. Water regularly, especially during dry periods. With their fine tendrils, the stems climb easily over supports, arches, or netting, forming dense, flowering screens with a very pleasant fragrance.

Why buy from GardenSeedsMarket

When you choose seeds from GardenSeedsMarket, you can rely on high quality. Each batch is carefully tested for germination, helping you grow healthy, vigorous plants. Orders are dispatched quickly and securely so the seeds arrive in excellent condition. Our experienced advisers are happy to help you choose suitable varieties and share practical growing tips. Care for customers, reliability, and a genuine passion for gardening make GardenSeedsMarket a dependable choice and a pleasure to shop with.

Pack contents

The pack contains 3 g of seeds. The packaging includes growing guidance and information on the sow-by date.