Sweet Peas Royal Family 20 Seeds

Lathyrus odoratus

Sweet Peas Royal Family is a classic heirloom-style mix known for its large, highly fragrant blooms in a wide range of colours, including pink, red, lavender, blue, salmon, and white. These elegant climbing flowers produce long stems perfect for cutting, making them a favourite for bouquets and cottage gardens.

This variety is valued for its improved heat tolerance compared to older sweet peas, allowing for a longer blooming season. With vigorous climbing vines and continuous flowering, Royal Family sweet peas bring both beauty and fragrance to trellises, fences, and garden beds.

Days to Maturity: 70–85 days

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus
• Variety: Royal Family Mix
• Plant Type: Annual climbing flower
• Plant Height: 5–7 feet
• Growth Habit: Climbing vine
• Flower Colours: Mixed (pink, red, lavender, blue, white, salmon)
• Fragrance: Strong, classic sweet pea scent
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Germination Time: 10–21 days
• Days to Maturity: 70–85 days

Key Features

• Highly fragrant heirloom-style blooms
• Beautiful mix of vibrant pastel and rich colours
• Long stems ideal for cut flower bouquets
• Vigorous climbing vines for vertical interest
• Improved heat tolerance for extended blooming
• Excellent for cottage and romantic garden styles

Garden Uses

• Trellises, fences, and arches
• Cut flower gardens
• Cottage and romantic gardens
• Pollinator-friendly plantings
• Fragrant garden spaces

How to Grow from Seed

Direct Sowing

• Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked (early spring)
• Plant seeds 1 inch deep
• Space seeds 2–3 inches apart
• Germination in 10–21 days

Indoor Sowing

• Start seeds 4–6 weeks before last frost
• Use deep pots to accommodate long roots

Tip:
• Soak seeds for 12–24 hours or lightly nick the seed coat to improve germination

Care Tips

• Provide trellis or support at planting time
• Prefers cool growing conditions
• Water regularly but avoid waterlogging
• Deadhead or cut flowers frequently to encourage more blooms
• Mulch roots to keep soil cool

FAQ

Are Royal Family sweet peas fragrant?
Yes. They are known for their strong, classic sweet pea fragrance.

Do sweet peas need support?
Yes. They are climbing vines and require trellis, netting, or fencing.

How do I get more blooms?
Cut flowers often or deadhead regularly—this encourages continuous flowering.

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