Sweet Pea Mammoth Scarlet

Sweet Pea Mammoth Scarlet

Sweet Pea Mammoth Scarlet. One of the most popular and reliable full size varieties available. An excellent strain commonly utilised by commercial cut flower growers delivering longer stems with larger Intense Scarlet flowers than other types.

Cultivation Advice Sweet Pea Mammoth Scarlet

Days To Germination: 10-14 days.

Optimum Soil Temp for Germination 70F.

Planting Depth: ½ -1 inch.

• Seed is best started undercover from 4-6 weeks before last frost in pots,
• thinning to individual plants when large enough (transplant the thinning’s).
• Cover seeds with 1 inch of soil.
• Soaking seeds overnight can aid germination, although not essential.
• Keep soil moderately moist during germination.
• Pinch the top of the growing shoot out when 2 inches high to encourage stronger side shoots.
• Transplant when young seedlings are about 2 inches high and after all danger of frost has passed.
• Space 6-12 inches apart.
• Provide netting or trellis for support when plant is 3-6 inches tall.
• Please note, especially around children – these seeds are poisonous if ingested.