Sweet Pea ‘Big Top’ (Lathyrus odoratus) – 25 Seeds

A stunning and vibrant mix, Sweet Pea ‘Big Top’ features eye-catching stripes, bicolours, and bold single-coloured blooms. These hardy annuals are perfect for climbing trellises, fences, or creating beautifully fragrant cut flowers for the home.

Why You’ll Love It

• Spectacular Colour Range – Striking stripes, bicolours, and vivid single shades

• Fragrant Blooms – Fills the garden and vase with classic sweet pea scent

• Vigorous & Tall – Ideal for climbing supports and trellis displays

• Excellent for Cutting – Long stems make perfect bouquets

Growing Details

• Plant Class: Hardy Annual (HA)

• Height: Approx. 180cm (6ft)

• Spread: 45cm (1½ft)

• Colour: Mixed

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile

Sowing Guide

Indoors:

• Sow 1.5cm (½") deep, 5 seeds per 12cm (5") pot of compost

• Water well and place in a cold frame, greenhouse, or cool windowsill (ideal 15°C / 60°F)

• Germination: 12–21 days

• Pinch out the growing tip after two pairs of leaves for bushier growth

• Gradually acclimatize seedlings before planting out 30cm (1') apart

• Support with tall canes or netting

Outdoors:

• Sow 1.5cm (½") deep into prepared, moist soil

• Sow 2 seeds every 30cm (1'); remove weaker seedlings for transplanting

• Autumn sowing produces earlier flowers the following year

• Pick blooms regularly to prolong the flowering season

Hints & Tips

• Protect seedlings from birds with short twigs

• Overwinter autumn-sown seeds in cool, frost-free conditions

Sweet Pea ‘Big Top’ is perfect for gardeners seeking bold colour, classic fragrance, and spectacular climbing flowers that brighten the garden and bring joy indoors.