{"product_id":"flower-sweet-pea-mix-sale","title":"FLOWER-SWEET PEA-MIX (SALE)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Sweet Pea-Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChoose a location full sun and well-draining soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost date in your area, or started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvide support as they are climbing plants and will need some form of support, such as a trellis, fence, or netting to climb on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRegular watering and fertilisation is import to allow your flowers to thrive. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilise every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertiliser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDeadhead by pinching off dead flowers to encourage new blooms and maintain a neat appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional growing tips for Sweet Pea-Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Soak and “Nick” the Seeds for Faster Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSweet pea seeds have a tough outer coating. To speed up germination:\n\nNick the seed coat lightly with a nail file or sandpaper to help moisture penetrate.\n\nPre-soak the seeds for 4–6 hours in lukewarm water before planting.\n\nFor an extra boost, soak them in weak chamomile tea to prevent fungal diseases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse a Toilet Roll Tube or Deep Pot for Stronger Roots\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSweet peas develop long taproots, so Instead of standard seed trays, use toilet roll tubes or root trainers (deep containers) to prevent root disturbance.\n\nPlant the entire tube into the ground—cardboard decomposes, reducing transplant shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Treatment for Bushier Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nIf starting indoors, place seedlings outdoors during the day in cool temperatures (5–10°C \/ 40–50°F) for a week before transplanting. This hardening off trick strengthens the plants, encourages bushier growth, and prevents legginess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Pinch and Twin\" Method for More Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nOnce seedlings have 2-3 sets of leaves, pinch off the top (just above a leaf node).\n\nThis forces the plant to grow multiple stems, leading to more flowers later.\n\nTwin planting: Instead of one seedling per hole, plant two together for an even fuller effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion Plant with Herbs for Pest Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nMint \u0026amp; Basil – Deter aphids naturally.\n\nChamomile – Enhances plant vigor and deters fungal infections.\n\nDill – Attracts beneficial insects like ladybugs that eat aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEpsom Salt Boost for Greener Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nIf sweet peas look yellowish, add 1 tablespoon of Epsom salt per gallon of water every 4 weeks.\n\nThis supplies magnesium, making leaves greener and healthier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBanana Peel Tea for Extra Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSoak banana peels in water for 24 hours. Use this potassium-rich liquid to fertilize sweet peas every 2 weeks—more flowers guaranteed!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee Grounds for Slow-Release Nitrogen\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSprinkle used coffee grounds around the base of the plants to provide slow-release nitrogen and improve soil structure.\n\nGreat for boosting green, lush foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Mulch to Keep Roots Cool\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\nSweet peas dislike hot roots! Keep the base cool and moist by:\n\nAdding a layer of straw, bark, or compost as mulch around the plants.\n\nPlanting low-growing flowers (like alyssum) at their base for shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWater at the Base, Not Overhead\n\nWatering from above increases the risk of powdery mildew.\n\nInstead, use a soaker hose or water at the base to keep leaves dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTalk to Your Sweet Peas!\n\nIt may sound unusual, but studies suggest plants respond to sound vibrations. Some gardeners play soft music or talk to their sweet peas—why not try it and see if it helps?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of Sweet Pea-Mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSweet peas (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLathyrus odoratus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e) have a long and cherished history. Native to Sicily and southern Italy, they were first recorded in the 17th century by a Sicilian monk, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFather Cupani\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, who described their rich fragrance. By the 19th century, English horticulturist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHenry Eckford\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e hybridized sweet peas, developing larger, more colorful blooms. These Victorian-era varieties became immensely popular in English cottage gardens. Today, sweet pea mixes offer a range of colors and fragrances, maintaining their status as beloved heirloom flowers, often associated with nostalgia, romance, and garden elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020601803124,"sku":"FLSP-M-1","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/FLOWER-SWEET-PEA-MIX-SALE.webp?v=1785570863","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/flower-sweet-pea-mix-sale","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}