Sturt's Desert Pea seeds vs Sturt's Desert Pea plants
Both get you to the same plant — the question is cost, patience and how many you need.
| From seed | As a plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | — |
| Time to a usable plant | Slower — germinates in 7-21 days | Immediate — established and ready to plant out |
| Effort | advanced — raise in trays, needs scarification | Minimal — just plant and water in |
| Best for | Growing many cheaply; widest variety choice; the satisfaction of raising it yourself | Instant impact; one or two specimens; tricky-to-germinate species |
Which option suits you?
Choose Sturt's Desert Pea seed when quantity and the growing experience matter most; a packet contains about 15 seeds. Choose the tube stock when establishment speed and a known starting size matter more than the lowest upfront cost.
Cost and time trade-off
Compare the current quote for each form as well as the cost of propagation supplies and possible seedling losses. Germination is listed as 7-21 days.
Propagation difficulty
This seed is rated advanced. It is normally raised in trays before transplanting. Pre-treatment is recommended: scarification. The parent plant is listed for arid semiarid, mediterranean, warm temperate climates.
Both choices lead to the same mature plant and care requirements. Check the full Sturt's Desert Pea guide for light, water, soil and mature size, and see sales and availability information before ordering.