Oh Sow Simple - Sweet Pea Blue Seeds

Oh Sow Simple Sweet Pea Blue Seeds from Fothergills are the perfect choice for a hardy annual that brings vibrant shades of blue and a delightful fragrance to your garden. These sweet peas are easy to grow and well-suited for cutting, making them ideal for bouquets and arrangements. They are vigorous climbers, thriving on fences, trellises, canes, or netting, and add a touch of charm to any outdoor space.For the best results, sow seeds indoors by planting them 1.5cm deep, with five seeds per 12cm pot of compost. Keep the soil moist and place the pots in a cold frame, greenhouse, or on a cool windowsill, maintaining an ideal temperature of 15°C. Seedlings typically appear within 12-21 days. Gradually acclimatize the young plants to outdoor conditions, taking care to avoid frost, before planting them out 30cm apart in well-drained soil.Alternatively, sow seeds outdoors directly where they will flower. Prepare finely tilled, pre-watered soil and plant seeds 1.5cm deep, sowing two seeds together every 30cm. Once the seedlings emerge, remove the weaker one, or transplant it elsewhere. Ensure the plants are supported with canes or netting as they grow. Regularly pick blooms to extend the flowering season and enjoy their stunning display from May through October.Oh Sow Simple Sweet Pea Blue Seeds bring beauty and ease to your gardening, making them an excellent choice for creating a vibrant, sweetly scented display.