50 Little Gems Sweet Pea Seeds - Dwarf Lathyrus odoratus for Containers

Little Gems Sweet Pea is a charming dwarf variety of Lathyrus odoratus prized for its compact, bushy growth and abundant clusters of small, highly fragrant blooms. Unlike tall climbing sweet peas, this dwarf selection stays low and mounding, making it an excellent choice for containers, window boxes, borders, and small garden spaces where a full vine would be impractical.

The flowers appear in soft, mixed pastel shades and carry the classic sweet pea fragrance that gardeners love. Little Gems blooms over a long season when given cool conditions and regular picking, bringing color and scent to patios, porches, and cutting gardens alike.

Plant Features

• Dwarf, compact growth habit that suits containers and small spaces
• Fragrant, small blooms in mixed pastel colors
• Long flowering season with regular deadheading
• Attractive to pollinators and useful as a cut flower
• Easy to grow from seed for beginner gardeners

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus
• Plant Type: Annual flowering vine (dwarf selection)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy, mounding
• Bloom Season: Late spring through summer in cool conditions
• Spacing: About 6 to 9 inches apart in containers or beds

Planting & Care

Sow Little Gems sweet pea seeds indoors in late winter or directly outdoors once the soil can be worked in early spring. Nick or soak seeds before sowing to help speed germination, and plant them about 1/2 inch deep in a moist, well-drained seed-starting mix. Keep the medium consistently moist but not soggy, and provide good light once seedlings emerge.

Transplant or thin seedlings so plants have room to develop, and water regularly during dry spells. Pinch growing tips to encourage bushier plants, and remove spent flowers to prolong blooming. Sweet peas prefer cool weather and may slow in intense summer heat; provide afternoon shade in hot regions for best results.

What's Included

This listing includes 50 Little Gems Sweet Pea seeds (Lathyrus odoratus).