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Annual Plant (S) KS14

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Sweet Pea 'Henry Eckford' (Old Spice Series)
Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus 'Henry Eckford'
Type: Hardy Annual Climber

Sweet Pea 'Henry Eckford' is a heritage variety from the renowned Old Spice Series, known for its brilliant orange blooms and powerful traditional sweet pea fragrance. Introduced by legendary breeder Henry Eckford in the late 19th century, this variety combines heirloom charm with strong performance, especially in warm or dry climates. It’s ideal for arches, fences, and trellises, offering both bold colour and heady scent from early to late summer.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy annual climber
Height: 180–250 cm (with support)
Spread: 30–40 cm
Flowers: June – September
Position: Full sun; fertile, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: September - November / January - April
Germination: 10–21 days at 15–18°C
Tip: Soak seeds overnight or gently nick the seed coat to aid germination
Spacing: 20–25 cm apart
Care: Train up support; pick regularly to extend blooming

Why You’ll Love It

Bright tangerine-orange flowers with old-fashioned scent
Part of the prized Old Spice Series – heat-tolerant and floriferous
Excellent for cutting with long, sturdy stems
Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Top Tip
Combine with other Old Spice sweet peas for a fragrant, nostalgic mix in sunset shades.

Perfect For

Arches, trellises, and obelisks
Cottage gardens and vintage-style borders
Cut flower displays and arrangements
Pollinator-friendly garden schemes

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