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Cultural leaflets are sent out with our Sweet Pea plug plants, but here are our most frequently asked questions answered:

Can the plants be left in the strip until ready for planting? – Yes, they will be ok for up to 2 weeks if kept moist, but not wet. During this period the plants can be gradually hardened off in a sheltered place outside on nice days, or in a cold frame or cold greenhouse.

Do I need to pot on before planting out? – No, the plants can be carefully teased apart and then planted in their final planting positions.

Can the Dwarf Cupid Mix be planted in a container or basket? – Yes, depending on basket or container size - We recommend a 15in diameter basket or container, and plant 5-6 plants. Use a good multipurpose or potting compost in the containers as Sweet Peas are hungry feeders  

Do the Spencer waved or Old Spice varieties need support to grow? – Yes these are climbing varieties, and can be grown up canes or netting. If growing up canes plants will require tying in as they grow.

Do plants need pinching out? – Yes to encourage bushy plants, you can pinch out the growing tip as this will encourage plants to bush out and produce more stems and intern more flowers.

Watch our youtube video showing how to pinch out sweet peas - https://youtube.com/shorts/m_kq6Hrl-0E?si=-5jE6rVNQHs_iJb1