Mars Sweet Pea Seeds - 50 Lathyrus odoratus Deep Red Flowers for Garden Planting

Mars Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) is a striking annual climber prized for its deep red, intensely fragrant flowers. This variety brings rich color and classic cottage-garden charm to trellises, fences, and containers. The blooms are excellent for cutting, filling the garden with sweet perfume and providing elegant bouquets.

Easy to grow from seed, Mars Sweet Pea thrives in cool weather and well-drained soil. It climbs via tendrils and can reach 6-8 feet, making it a beautiful vertical accent. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, these seeds offer a rewarding way to add height and fragrance to your outdoor space.

Plant Features

• Deep red, highly fragrant flowers
• Vigorous climbing habit, ideal for trellises and fences
• Long-lasting blooms, perfect for cut flower arrangements
• Attracts pollinators to the garden
• Easy to grow from seed

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
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Mature Height: 6-8 feet
• Spacing: 6-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Mars Sweet Pea seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or directly outdoors in early spring once the soil is workable. Nick or soak seeds for 24 hours to improve germination. Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in moist, well-drained soil. Provide a trellis or support for the vines to climb. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Sweet peas prefer cool temperatures and may decline in intense summer heat.

What's Included

50 Mars Sweet Pea seeds (Lathyrus odoratus) for planting.