Sweet Pea – Knee High Mix

The Knee High Mix Sweet Pea is a compact, bushy, and fragrant annual perfect for adding vibrant color and delightful scent to gardens and floral arrangements. This dwarf variety typically grows to about 12 inches, though under ideal conditions it can reach up to 36 inches. The mix includes a favorite palette of pink, purple, lavender, white, red, and salmon blooms, making it a versatile choice for borders, containers, and cutting gardens.

Sweet Peas thrive in cooler climates and prefer full sun to partial shade. In the Northwest U.S., plant before May for best results, while in milder southern climates (USDA Zones 8–10), sow seeds in late fall for blooms in late winter or early spring. Although they tolerate transplanting from trays, Sweet Pea vines may struggle in excessive heat, so careful site selection is important.

These flowers are also excellent for pollinators, attracting honeybees, bumblebees, and native bees with their abundant nectar and pollen. Beyond their ornamental appeal, Knee High Mix Sweet Peas are perfect as cut flowers, filling rooms with both color and fragrance.

Note: Do not plant these near edible peas. All parts of this plant are poisonous if eaten.  (If enough is consumed it may cause a condition called lathyrism, which can cause paralysis, shallow breathing, and convulsions).

The broadcast rate for seeding is 60 – 75 pounds per acre.

The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 30 pounds per acre.