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Sweet Pea Seeds

Lathyrus odoratus

How to grow Sweet Pea from seed — sowing depth, method, germination and the best season to sow.

Sowing at a glance

When to sow by region

RegionSow in
sydney autumn, winter
melbourne autumn
brisbane autumn, winter
perth autumn
canberra autumn, spring
adelaide autumn

Sowing steps

  1. Prepare the seed first (soak before sowing).
  2. Prepare a weed-free, finely raked bed where the plants are to grow.
  3. Sow about 20 mm deep and water in gently.
  4. Keep evenly moist and warm; expect germination in 10-21 days.