Lord Nelson Sweet Pea is a classic heirloom variety of Lathyrus odoratus that reaches a full 6 feet tall, producing fragrant blooms from spring through late summer over about 84 days from seed to flower. This deer-resistant climber thrives in full sun with moderate water and attracts pollinators throughout its extended bloom season, making it a reliable choice for cottage gardens, trellises, and cut flower arrangements.
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Reaching a generous 6 feet in height, Lord Nelson produces the fragrant flowers that sweet peas are beloved for, blooming reliably from March through August. The variety handles the full spectrum of spring and summer conditions, rewarding gardeners with continuous color when planted in full sun and kept consistently moist. Its heirloom status speaks to decades of gardeners saving and replanting this variety, suggesting both vigor and dependability in garden settings.
Lord Nelson Sweet Pea is grown primarily for its fragrant flowers, which are highly valued for cutting and indoor arrangements. The blooms add romantic, old-fashioned appeal to bouquets and garden displays throughout the spring and summer months.
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Sow seeds in deep pots 4 to 6 weeks before planting out. Maintain temperatures between 55 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Once seedlings emerge and before the first true leaves unfurl, transfer them to cold conditions outdoors to acclimate.
Transplant seedlings outdoors 3 to 4 weeks before your last spring frost. Space plants 6 inches apart.
Sow directly outdoors 3 to 4 weeks before your last spring frost.
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