Butterfly Sweet Pea Seeds - Lathyrus odoratus Bicolor Winged Blooms for Garden Planting (50 Seeds)

Butterfly Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) is a charming annual climber prized for its delicate, butterfly-like flowers. The bicolor blooms feature wings of contrasting shades, adding a whimsical touch to any garden. These sweet peas are perfect for trellises, fences, and containers, where their fragrant flowers can be enjoyed up close. With their vigorous growth and long blooming season, they are a favorite among gardeners looking to add vertical interest and a cottage-garden feel.

Easy to grow from seed, Butterfly Sweet Pea will reward you with a profusion of colorful blooms that attract pollinators and make excellent cut flowers. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, these seeds offer a rewarding gardening experience.

Plant Features

• Bicolor flowers with a distinctive winged shape
• Fragrant blooms that are ideal for cutting
• Climbing habit that adds vertical interest to gardens
• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
• Long blooming season from late spring to summer

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus
• Plant Type: Annual climber
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Climbing vine
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Mature Height: 6-8 feet (with support)
• Spacing: 6-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Butterfly Sweet Pea seeds outdoors in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. For best results, nick the seed coat or soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting to aid germination. Plant seeds about 1 inch deep and 2-3 inches apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 10-21 days. Once seedlings are a few inches tall, thin them to 6-12 inches apart and provide a trellis or support for the vines to climb.

Water regularly during dry spells, and mulch to retain moisture. Fertilize lightly if needed, but avoid excessive nitrogen, which can promote foliage over flowers. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. Sweet peas are generally pest-resistant but watch for aphids. With proper care, you'll enjoy a beautiful display of fragrant, bicolor blooms.

What's Included

50 Butterfly Sweet Pea seeds (Lathyrus odoratus).