Distinctive Bicolor Flowers
Produces attractive flowers with pale red standard petals, blue-flushed wings, and an off-white background.
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Product description
Northern Lights Sweet Pea Seeds
Northern Lights Sweet Pea, a dwarf selection of sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus), is an attractive flowering plant known for its distinctive bicolor blooms. This variety features pale red coloring on the standard petals with a blue flush across the wings, set against an off-white background. Its compact growth habit makes it suitable for flower borders, patio containers, cottage gardens, and decorative outdoor spaces. Northern Lights Sweet Pea adds colorful seasonal interest to gardens and can also be enjoyed as a charming cut flower.
Dwarf Sweet Pea
Bicolor Flowers
Compact Growth
Ornamental Garden Plant
Key Features
Compact Dwarf Growth
Features a naturally compact growth habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens and container displays.
Decorative Garden Appeal
Adds colorful flowering interest to patio spaces, garden borders, and cottage-style planting areas.
Easy Seed Propagation
Can be started from seeds in suitable growing conditions with well-drained soil, adequate sunlight, and regular care.
Product Highlights
Attractive bicolor sweet pea flowers
Pale red and blue-flushed petals
Off-white flower background
Compact dwarf plant variety
Suitable for patio containers
Beautiful cottage garden addition
Suitable for seasonal flower displays
Can be grown from seeds
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Lathyrus odoratus var. nanellus 'Northern Lights Cherub' |
| Common Name | Northern Lights Sweet Pea |
| Plant Family | Fabaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual or biennial ornamental flowering plant |
| Variety | Northern Lights Cherub Series |
| Flower Color | Pale red, blue-flushed wings, and off-white background |
| Growth Habit | Compact dwarf growth |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Varies by climate; generally grown as a cool-season annual |
| Planting Season | Fall or early spring, depending on local climate |
| Seed Starting | Direct sowing or starting indoors in suitable containers |
| Germination Time | Approximately 10–21 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Cool conditions; approximately 55–65°F |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Keep soil consistently moist without waterlogging |
| Mature Plant Height | Approximately 4–20 inches, depending on growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Allow adequate spacing for airflow and mature plant spread |
| Special Note | Sweet pea seeds and pods are poisonous if ingested |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Sweet pea seeds have a relatively hard outer coating. Soaking seeds overnight in water can help soften the seed coat before planting. Discard any seeds intended for sowing that show signs of damage or decay.
Sweet pea seeds have a relatively hard outer coating. Soaking seeds overnight in water can help soften the seed coat before planting. Discard any seeds intended for sowing that show signs of damage or decay.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Choose a sunny planting location with fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil. For container growing, select pots with sufficient drainage holes and quality potting mix.
Choose a sunny planting location with fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil. For container growing, select pots with sufficient drainage holes and quality potting mix.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds approximately 1 inch deep in the prepared growing medium. Water gently after planting and maintain suitable soil moisture during germination.
Sow seeds approximately 1 inch deep in the prepared growing medium. Water gently after planting and maintain suitable soil moisture during germination.
Step 4: Provide Sunlight and Water
Place plants where they receive full sun or partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, and avoid excessive watering or waterlogged conditions.
Place plants where they receive full sun or partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, and avoid excessive watering or waterlogged conditions.
Step 5: Maintain Healthy Growth
Monitor plants for healthy foliage and flowering. Remove faded flowers to encourage continued blooming. Watch for aphids and powdery mildew, and maintain good airflow around the plants.
Monitor plants for healthy foliage and flowering. Remove faded flowers to encourage continued blooming. Watch for aphids and powdery mildew, and maintain good airflow around the plants.
Bring Colorful Charm with Northern Lights Sweet Pea
Add distinctive bicolor blooms to your garden with Northern Lights Sweet Pea Seeds. Known for their pale red and blue-flushed flowers and compact dwarf growth, these ornamental sweet peas are a lovely choice for containers, flower borders, and cottage gardens. Provide suitable sunlight, fertile soil, and regular watering to enjoy their seasonal flowering beauty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful answers about Northern Lights Sweet Pea flower colors, dwarf growth, and seed-growing requirements.
What colors are Northern Lights Sweet Pea flowers?
Northern Lights Sweet Pea features distinctive bicolor flowers with pale red coloring on the standard petals and a blue flush across the wings, against an off-white background. This unusual color combination makes it an attractive choice for ornamental flower gardens and decorative container displays.
How tall do Northern Lights dwarf Sweet Pea plants grow?
Northern Lights Cherub is a compact dwarf sweet pea variety. Its expected height is approximately 4–20 inches (10–50 cm), depending on growing conditions. Its smaller growth habit makes it suitable for patio containers, smaller garden spaces, and flower borders.
When should I plant Northern Lights Sweet Pea seeds?
Northern Lights Sweet Pea seeds can generally be sown in fall or early spring, depending on your local climate. Sweet peas prefer cool growing conditions and fertile, well-drained soil. In warmer regions, fall planting is often preferable for spring flowering. Avoid sowing during periods of intense summer heat.