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Sweet Pea 'Spencer Mix'
Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus 'Spencer Mix'
Type: Hardy Annual Climber

Sweet Pea 'Spencer Mix' is a classic English sweet pea, renowned for its large, ruffled, and highly scented blooms in a rich blend of colours — including pinks, purples, blues, reds, and white. This vigorous, twining climber is perfect for arches, trellises, and fences, offering a long season of blooms from early summer. A top choice for cut flower gardens, Spencer sweet peas are beloved for their long stems, excellent vase life, and irresistible fragrance.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy annual climber
Height: 180–200 cm (with support)
Spread: 30–40 cm
Flowers: June – September
Position: Full sun; rich, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: Indoors October–March or direct sow in spring (March–April)
Germination: 10–21 days at 15–18°C
Tip: Soak seeds overnight or nick the seed coat to aid germination
Spacing: 20–25 cm apart
Care: Tie in regularly; pick frequently to prolong flowering

Why You’ll Love It

Large, frilly blooms in a wide colour mix
Strong, classic sweet pea scent
Long stems – ideal for bouquets and arrangements
Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Top Tip
Pinch out the tips of seedlings when 10 cm tall to encourage bushier growth and more flower stems.

Perfect For

Arches, obelisks, fences, and trellises
Cutting gardens and floral arrangements
Cottage gardens and scented borders
Pollinator-friendly planting

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