Sweet Pea seeds can be sown outdoors in September and April in their intended flowering site 2cm deep. Pinch out the growing points of each stem once the second pair of leaves has opened to encourage bushier growth.

In October and November and January through to March Later sow Sweet Peas in 9cm pots, with 5 seeds in each. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a plastic bag germination. Once germinated, grow sweet peas on in cooler conditions, before transferring to a cold frame for overwintering. Pinch out the growing points of each stem once the second pair of leaves has opened to encourage bushier growth.

In spring, plant out sweet peas at a distance of 25cm apart in any well drained garden soil in full sun. Train the stems onto a suitable support such as trellis or a free standing climbing frame.