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For gardeners seeking a fragrant and visually stunning summer display, Unwins Sweet Pea Seeds 'Our Heroes' offer a beautiful heirloom variety. Its primary benefit is the profusion of carmine-magenta flaked blooms with a strong, spicy scent, creating a striking visual and aromatic experience. A potential caveat is that like all sweet peas, they require support for their upright growth.
| Model Part Number | 30210761 |
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| Brand | Unwins |
You can sow seeds indoors from January to April, or directly outdoors from March to May.
Yes, 'Our Heroes' has an upright growth habit and requires sturdy support like canes or netting.
Sweet peas thrive in full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight per day for the best flowering and fragrance.
Yes, they are suitable for containers, provided the containers are large enough and have good drainage, and the plants are given adequate support.
Regularly deadhead spent flowers and feed your plants with a high-potash fertilizer once flowering begins.
Heirloom refers to an older variety of plant that has been passed down through generations, valued for its traditional characteristics and often unique qualities.
Yes, with basic care, adequate support, and sunshine, these sweet peas are a rewarding choice for beginner gardeners.
Ensure seeds are fresh and sown at the correct depth in moist, but not waterlogged, compost. Soaking seeds overnight before sowing can sometimes improve germination rates. Check if the temperature is suitable for germination.
This can be due to insufficient light or overcrowding. Ensure plants have adequate sunlight and space. Provide support early on to encourage strong upright growth.
Ensure the plant is receiving enough sunlight (at least 6 hours daily). Regular deadheading and feeding with a suitable fertilizer can also encourage more blooms.
Gently wash off aphids with a strong jet of water. For persistent infestations, use an organic insecticidal soap or neem oil, following product instructions carefully.
Sowing: Sow seeds indoors from January to April in pots or trays of moist seed compost, 1.5cm deep. Harden off plants before planting outdoors in April or May after the risk of frost has passed. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors in well-prepared soil from March to May.
Location: Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Sweet peas thrive in full sun.
Support: Provide sturdy support such as canes, netting, or a trellis. Gently tie stems to the support as they grow.
Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Deep watering encourages stronger root growth.
Feeding: Feed with a high-potash fertilizer once the first flowers appear to promote abundant blooming.
Deadheading: Regularly remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and prevent the plant from setting seed prematurely.
