Mr Fothergills Sweet Pea Dwarf Explorer Mixed Seeds

Mr Fothergills Sweet Pea Dwarf Explorer Mixed Seeds
Mr Fothergills Sweet Pea Dwarf Explorer Mixed Seeds produce low-growing, fragrant sweet peas ideal for pots, patio containers, and groundcover, offering colourful blooms without the need for staking.

Key Features

• Dwarf sweet pea variety ideal for containers and groundcover

• Low-growing plants with minimal tendrils, no staking required

• Hardy annual suitable for sowing directly where it is to flower

• Produces fragrant, mixed-colour blooms

• Perfect for patios, borders, and small garden spaces

• Flowers from May to October

Detailed Description

Mr Fothergills Sweet Pea Dwarf Explorer Mixed Seeds are specially bred for gardeners seeking the classic fragrance and charm of sweet peas in a compact, easy-to-manage form. These low-growing plants spread gently to create colourful, scented groundcover or vibrant container displays, making them ideal for patios, balconies, and smaller gardens. With almost no tendrils, they do not require staking or supports, offering a fuss-free growing experience while still delivering abundant blooms. As a hardy annual, this variety can be sown directly where it is to flower and performs reliably throughout the season. The mixed-colour flowers are also suitable for cutting, adding scent and colour indoors while encouraging continued flowering outdoors.

Specifications

• Brand: Mr Fothergills

• Product Type: Flower seeds

• Plant Name: Sweet Pea Dwarf Explorer Mix

• Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus

• Plant Class: Hardy annual

• Growth Habit: Dwarf, low growing

• Flower Colour: Mixed

• Position: Full sun

• Suitable For: Containers, groundcover, borders, cut flowers

Care & Usage Tips

• Sow indoors JanuaryMarch or SeptemberOctober for best results

• Sow outdoors AprilMay directly where plants are to flower

• Sow seeds 1.5cm deep in well-drained soil

• Protect seedlings from birds using short twigs

• Autumn sowings should be overwintered in cool, frost-free conditions

• Pick flowers regularly to prolong the flowering period

Why We Think Youll Love

This dwarf sweet pea mix delivers classic fragrance and vibrant colour in a compact, low-maintenance formperfect for gardeners who want beautiful blooms without staking, ideal for pots, patios, and groundcover displays.