Sweet Peas in Australia: Fragrant Cool Season Climbers

Timing for Australian ZonesSow in autumn — March–April in Melbourne/Canberra, April–May in Sydney/Adelaide, May–June in Brisbane. They bolt when temperatures exceed 24°C, so earlier sowing produces a longer season. In subtropical Queensland, they flower briefly before heat ends the season.Pre-Soaking and SowingSoak seeds in water for 24 hours before sowing to soften the hard seed coat. Sow directly at the base of their support structure, 2cm deep, 20–30cm apart. Germination takes 10�…