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Features
Family
Fabaceae
Native
Italy
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Vine
Flower Color
Pink
Bloom Season
Spring and summer
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Cut Flower
- Attracts Pollinators
Growing Conditions
Cold Tolerant
About Spencer Princess Elizabeth Sweet Pea Seeds
Lathyrus odoratus
1" - 2" salmon pink and cream flowers
Planting Sweet Pea
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 6"
Light Required
Full Sun to Part Shade
Plant Height
Vine
Planting Depth
1"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | 1" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 6" |
| Thinning | When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 6" – 12" |
| Germination | 10 – 21 Days |
| Start Indoors | 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost. Sow in biodegradable pots and grow in cool conditions (55°F or less). |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. Cold Climates: 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost, or as soon as the soil can be worked. Mild Climates: Fall to early winter for early spring bloom. Ideal soil temperature is 55°‒65°F. |
| Special Care | When seedlings have 3–4 pairs of leaves, you may pinch or cut off the top of the seedling, leaving 2–3 pairs of leaves to promote a fuller plant. Extend bloom time and encourage more blossoms by picking flowers frequently and removing seed pods. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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Rating
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- Rachel D.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/10/26quick and even germination
I planted these this fall and moved them outdoors. They look great. I am looking forward to seeing how well they overwinter here in zone 8A
BIBotanical Interests11/10/26Hey Rachel,
That's wonderful to hear that your Spencer Princess Elizabeth Sweet Pea Seeds had quick and even germination! We love when seeds perform so well right from the start.
It sounds like you've got them set up nicely for the cooler months ahead. We'd love to hear how they do as they overwinter in zone 8A!
Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us and our gardening community. We're so glad you're enjoying them so far!
Keep on growing 🌻