Description
Mid Blue Elegance Sweet Pea Seeds (Climbing Type) 6230.
Earliest-Flowering, Heat-Tolerant Climber with Deep Sky-Blue Fragrant Blooms.
Mid Blue Elegance Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) is a spectacular heirloom climbing variety renowned as one of the earliest flowering and most heat-tolerant sweet peas available. Reaching heights of up to 2 m, these vigorous, self-twining vines yield an abundance of rich, mid-blue blossoms brimming with classic sweet fragrance. Thriving on trellises, fences, and garden arches, Mid Blue Elegance provides a breathtaking vertical display from late spring right through to late autumn, making it a standout selection for cut-flower gardens and fragrant summer bouquets.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 6230
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Botanical Name: Lathyrus odoratus ‘Mid Blue Elegance’
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Type: Heirloom Climbing Annual
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Height: Up to 2 m
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Plant Spacing: Thin to 10 cm apart
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Light Requirement: Full Sun (Benefits from mid-afternoon shade in hot summer areas)
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Soil Preference: Deep, rich, sharply well-drained soil
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Germination: 15–20 days (Soaking seeds overnight recommended)
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Seed Depth: 12 mm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 30 seeds per packet (12 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Climbing sweet peas thrive in cool spring temperatures and develop strong root systems when direct-sown early in the season.
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds overnight in room-temperature water prior to planting to soften the hard outer coat and encourage faster germination.
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Outdoor Direct Sowing: Direct sow pre-soaked seeds outdoors in April and early May as soon as the soil becomes workable. Sow seeds 12 mm deep and 5 cm apart in deep, rich soil. Germination typically takes 15 to 20 days in cool soil.
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Thinning & Support: When seedlings reach 7.5 cm in height, thin them to 10 cm apart. Provide a sturdy trellis, fence, or netting for the vines to climb.
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Garden Care & Feeding: Keep plants consistently watered and feed regularly throughout the season with a water-soluble fertilizer (such as 20-20-20 or 15-30-15).
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Summer Performance Note: While exceptionally heat tolerant compared to other varieties, flowering may naturally slow during peak mid-summer heat before resuming prolifically with cooler late-summer temperatures.
Why Mid Blue Elegance Sweet Pea Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want early-season blue blossoms, rich fragrance, and superior heat tolerance on tall climbing stems, Mid Blue Elegance is an extraordinary pick. Its robust climbing habit, exceptional bloom period, and classic cutting quality make it an indispensable heirloom for Canadian gardens.
