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Sweet Pea 'Dolly Varden'
Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus
Type: Hardy Annual Climber

A heritage variety dating back to the 1800s, Sweet Pea 'Dolly Varden' is cherished for its fragrant, rich violet blooms and vigorous climbing habit. With classic, old-fashioned charm and captivating scent, it’s ideal for garden trellises, arches, or picking for sweetly scented indoor arrangements.

Plant Details
Type: Hardy Annual
Height: 180 – 200 cm
Spread: 30 – 40 cm
Flowers: June – September
Position: Full sun, moist but well-drained soil

Growing Information
Sow Indoors: Oct – Jan or Jan – Mar in root trainers or deep pots
Sow Outdoors: Mar – Apr directly where they are to flower
Germination: 10 – 21 days at 15 – 20°C
Transplant: Harden off and plant out after last frost, 20 cm apart
Care: Provide strong support; water regularly; pick flowers frequently to prolong blooming

Why You’ll Love It
Heirloom variety with stunning violet blooms
Exceptionally fragrant – perfect for cutting
Blooms over a long period with regular picking
Beloved by bees and butterflies 🦋

Top Tip
Soak seeds in water for 4–6 hours before sowing to speed up germination.

Perfect For
Trellises, arches & obelisks
Cottage gardens
Fragrant cut flower arrangements
Wildlife-friendly borders

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