Why You Should Grow Sweet Peas in the Garden

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Easy to Grow & Care For

Fragrant sweet peas are easy to grow from seed and need minimal care. They grow best in cool climates with light shade and plenty of water. These old-fashioned flowers are perfect for beginning gardeners.

Sweet Pea Flowers Grow Quickly

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Vibrant Colors and Abundant Varieties

With their wide range of bright colors and sweet scent, sweet peas make a great addition to any flower arrangement.

The Sweet Smell of Every Bloom

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The Perfect Cutting Flower

With their stunning colors and straight long stems, sweet peas are the perfect cut flower for any late spring or early summer bouquet.

Deer Resistant

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Pollinator Friendly

These fragrant blooms are a favorite of bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, providing them with a rich source of nectar and pollen.

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