Orange-pink Sweet Pea 'Miss Willmott' (Lathyrus odoratus) Seeds
- Bright orange-pink with historic fragrance – vigorous summer flower for bouquets, trellises, and early sowing
- Contents: Approx.15 seeds.
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
€2.59
Description
Elegant Sweet Pea with Garden Heritage
Sweet Pea 'Miss Willmott' (Lathyrus odoratus) is a time-honoured variety with vibrant orange-pink blooms and an intense fragrance. It was named after Ellen Willmott, a renowned gardener of the Edwardian era, celebrated for her exquisite plant collections and fragrant gardens.
This variety belongs to the Grandiflora group and stands out for its luminous, warm-toned flowers and classic, romantic appearance. Its long flowering period and excellent performance as a cut flower make it a firm favourite for floral arrangements, cottage gardens, and balcony containers.
'Miss Willmott' reaches a height of approximately 150?cm with support. The plants thrive in sunny to partially shaded locations in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. After flowering, they produce non-edible pods that can be harvested for seed.
Plant profile
| Plant type | Climber, Container plant, Summer flower |
|---|---|
| Use | Container plant, Cut flower, Ornamental plant, Scented plant |
| Lifecycle | Annual |
| Species | Fabaceae |
| Region of origin | Asia Minor, Italy |
| Characteristics | Needs darkness to germinate |
| Eventual height | 100-150 cm |
| Flower colour | Orange, Rosa |
| Flowering months | August, July, June |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | April, August, March, October, September |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 2-3 cm |
| Germination temperature | 15-20°C |
| Germination time | 1-2 weeks |
| Climate | Temperate |
| Soil type | Deep, Free-draining, Fresh, Nutrient-rich |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Water requirement | Medium |
| Planting distance | 30 cm |
| Row spacing | 50 cm |
Sowing and care
Sowing and Care of Lathyrus odoratus
- Plant type: Annual climbing plant, historic Grandiflora variety
- Sowing: From February indoors or direct sow from March; autumn sowing also possible
- Germination: At 12–16?°C; optionally soak seeds in water for 12–24 hours beforehand
- Location: Sunny to partially shaded; well-drained, humus-rich soil
- Height: Up to approx. 150?cm with support
- Special features: Cool Flower – especially suitable for early flowering
With its radiant bloom colour, classic fragrance, and historical background, Sweet Pea 'Miss Willmott' is a bold and expressive choice for scented summer gardens, climbing supports, and creative floral design.
Other names
Botanical name: Lathyrus odoratus
German: Dufterbse, Duftwicke, Duftende Platterbse, Wilderbse, Edelwicke, Prunkerbse, Ziererbse, Wohlriechende Wicke
English: Sweet Pea, Wild Pea, Vetchling
French: Pois de senteur
Italian: Pisello odoroso
Spanish: Guisante de olor
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