Old Spice Sweetpea Seeds

Old Spice Mix Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) is a wonderfully fragrant heirloom-style sweet pea mixture known for its rich perfume, graceful climbing vines, and old-fashioned range of colors. The blooms appear in charming shades of rose, cream, lavender, maroon, purple, pink, white, and striped bicolors, giving the planting a romantic cottage garden appearance. This mix is especially treasured by gardeners who want the classic sweet pea fragrance that made these flowers famous.

Garden Uses:
Old Spice Mix is excellent for trellises, fences, garden netting, arbors, obelisks, and porch supports. The vines create a colorful vertical display while bringing fragrance close to walkways, patios, and seating areas. The flowers are also outstanding for cutting, and small bouquets can fill a room with sweet, old-fashioned perfume.

Growing Information:
Sow seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or plant in autumn in mild winter areas for earlier spring bloom. Soak seeds overnight before sowing to help speed germination. Plant about 1 inch deep in rich, well-drained soil and provide support at planting time. Sweet peas prefer cool weather, full sun in cooler regions, and steady moisture. In hot climates, afternoon shade can help extend flowering. Remove spent blooms and developing seed pods to encourage continued bloom production.

Quick Facts:
Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus
Common Name: Old Spice Mix Sweet Pea
Plant Type: Annual Climbing Vine
Height: 5-7 feet
Spread: 12-24 inches
Bloom Colors: Mixed shades of pink, rose, cream, lavender, purple, maroon, white, and bicolors
Fragrance: Very strong, old-fashioned sweet pea scent
Light: Full sun to partial afternoon shade
Soil: Rich, fertile, well-drained
Bloom Season: Spring to early summer
Use: Trellises, fences, arbors, cutting gardens, cottage gardens
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Cut Flower Value: Excellent
Difficulty: Easy