Sweet Pea Seeds - Spring Sunshine Orange

Sweet Pea Seeds - Spring Sunshine Orange

25 Seeds Per Package

Sweet Peas – Spring Sunshine Orange bring a burst of warm, glowing unusual colour to the early-season garden, with vibrant orange blooms that feel fresh, cheerful, and a little bit unexpected for sweet peas. This modern variety was bred specifically for early flowering, producing long, straight stems topped with beautifully ruffled flowers and that classic, intoxicating sweet pea fragrance gardeners adore.

Spring Sunshine Orange is especially popular with cut flower growers thanks to its uniform growth, strong stems, and excellent vase life. It thrives in cool spring temperatures and performs well in greenhouses, tunnels, or outdoor gardens as soon as the soil can be worked. In the garden, these climbing plants add height and charm to trellises and fences, while in bouquets they bring warmth, scent, and a touch of nostalgia. If you love sweet peas for cutting and want something a little bolder than pastels, this variety is a standout.

• Attracts bees and beneficial insects
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Strong fragrance
• Long, straight stems
• Early flowering variety

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Lathyrus odoratus
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Hybrid
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 6–8 ft / 180–240 cm
• Seed Depth: 1 in / 2.5 cm
• Spacing: 6 in / 15 cm
• Bloom Time: Spring to early summer
• Days to Maturity: 75–85 days
• Edible / Toxic: Toxic to humans and animals
• Germination: 7–14 days at 10–15°C

Growing Instructions
Soak seeds for 8–12 hours before sowing to improve germination. Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost in deep containers to protect roots. Sow seeds 1 inch deep and keep soil evenly moist. Provide support early, as plants will begin climbing quickly. Sweet peas prefer cool temperatures, rich soil, and consistent moisture. Harvest flowers frequently to encourage continuous blooming.

FAQ
Q: Is Spring Sunshine Orange good for cut flowers?
A: Yes, it’s bred specifically for cut flower production, with long stems, uniform blooms, and excellent fragrance.

Q: Can I grow this sweet pea in warm climates?
A: It performs best in cool spring conditions; high heat will shorten the flowering window.