50 Dorothy Eckford Sweet Pea Seeds - Fragrant White Climbing Flowers

Dorothy Eckford Sweet Pea is a classic climbing annual prized for its large, ruffled white blooms and sweet, intense fragrance. The creamy white flowers open with a subtle hint of cream at the center, making them a favorite for cutting gardens, cottage borders, and trellises. These vigorous vines climb readily and produce a long season of blooms when kept picked.

Sweet peas are a beloved garden tradition, and Dorothy Eckford is a well-known heirloom variety that brings elegance and perfume to any sunny spot. The flowers are excellent for bouquets and arrangements, and the plants attract pollinators to the garden.

Plant Features

• Fragrant, ruffled white flowers with a soft cream center
• Vigorous climbing habit ideal for trellises, fences, and arches
• Long blooming season when flowers are regularly cut
• Excellent cut flower for bouquets and arrangements
• Heirloom sweet pea variety with strong old-fashioned perfume

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus
• Plant Type: Annual climbing vine
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Climbing vine
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Spacing: 6 to 12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow sweet pea seeds directly outdoors in early spring, or start them indoors in pots a few weeks before the last frost. Nick or soak seeds before sowing to help speed germination. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep in rich, well-drained soil and keep evenly moist until seedlings emerge. Provide a trellis or support for the vines to climb.

Water regularly during dry spells and mulch to conserve moisture. Pick flowers often to encourage continued blooming. Sweet peas prefer cool growing conditions and may decline in intense summer heat. Note that sweet pea seeds and plants are toxic if ingested.

What's Included

50 Dorothy Eckford Sweet Pea seeds for planting.