Sweet Pea 'Parfume Edith Flanagan' Seeds
Exquisite frilly bicolour blooms with soft pink wings and deep rose standards that look like delicate porcelain. This vigorous Spencer-type climber is known for its long straight stems and a heavy, nostalgic perfume that can fill a room from just a single posy.
'Edith Flanagan' is an exquisite 'Spencer' type Sweet Pea, widely regarded for its romantic colour palette and exceptional perfume. It produces large, frilly bicolour blooms with soft pink wings and a deeper rose-pink standard, creating a delicate, layered effect that looks like porcelain in the garden light.
This vigorous climber is a favourite for cutting gardens, prized for its long, straight stems and its ability to produce four or five flowers per stem. Whether draped over a garden obelisk or gathered into a vase, 'Edith Flanagan' brings a classic cottage garden charm and a powerful, nostalgic fragrance to your home.
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🌿 Understanding the Plant
Lathyrus odoratus 'Edith Flanagan' is a Hardy Annual (H3). As a member of the Spencer group, it is specifically bred for the ruffled texture of its petals and the substantial stem length required by florists and exhibition growers.
Exquisite Bicolour: The unique pink-on-pink tones offer a sophisticated alternative to solid colours, blending beautifully with pastels or providing a soft contrast to deeper purples.
Powerful Fragrance: Many modern Sweet Peas have lost their scent, but 'Edith Flanagan' is noted for its high oil content, releasing a heavy, sweet perfume that can fill a room from just a single small posy.
🌱 Growing Guide
Sweet Peas are famously rewarding but are "hungry" plants that require rich soil and consistent attention to flower all summer long.
How to Sow:
- Autumn Sowing (October/November): Sow in deep pots or root trainers. Overwintering in a cold frame allows for a massive root system and flowers as early as May.
- Spring Sowing (January–March): Sow indoors 1cm deep in moist compost; keep cool (around 15°C) to prevent germination failure from heat. Soaking seeds in tepid water overnight before sowing can help rehydration.
Where to Plant: Plant out in late March or April. They demand full sun and deep, fertile soil—digging in well-rotted manure or compost before planting is essential. Provide a strong support like a trellis or wigwam immediately.
Ongoing Care: Pinch out the top growing tip when the plant reaches 10cm to encourage bushy growth. The Golden Rule: Pick the flowers daily! Never allow seed pods to form, or the plant will stop flowering.
📋 Plant Specifications
| Botanical Name | Lathyrus odoratus 'Edith Flanagan' |
| Common Name | Pink Bicolour Sweet Pea |
| Plant Type | Hardy Annual Climber |
| Hardiness | H3 (Hardy Annual) |
| Height | 1.8m - 2.4m |
| Flowering Period | June to September |
| Seeds per Packet | Approximately 20 seeds |
🤝 Beautiful Garden Combinations
The soft pinks of 'Edith Flanagan' pair beautifully with airy, romantic textures from our range:
- 🌿 Ammi Majus: The Ethereal Duo. The delicate, white lace of Ammi provides a frothy cloud that makes the rose-pink blooms of 'Edith Flanagan' pop in a cut-flower arrangement.
- 💜 Sweet Pea 'Mollie Ryland': The Pink Ombré. Pair with other pink and lilac Sweet Peas for a gradient of scented colour that looks professionally designed.
⚠️ Safety First:
Sweet Pea seeds look similar to edible peas but are mildly toxic if eaten. Keep away from children and pets, and always store in original packaging.
🏆 Handmade in Norfolk
Every seed packet is hand-packed in our Norfolk studio, ensuring you receive only the highest quality seeds for your cottage garden.
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