Most people wait until spring to start their Sweet Peas … but...
Discover the full story behind Most people wait until spring to start their Sweet Peas … but.... This guide explores its crucial role in most. Most people wait until spring to start their Sweet Peas… but that might be too late If you want tall, strong stems and early blooms, timing is everything. Sweet Peas are cool-season plants — they grow their roots during the cold months and bloom once the days get longer. Here’s how to time your planting Zones 8–10 Start seeds in trays in fall (Oct–Dec) and grow them in an unheated greenhouse, cold frame, or protected spot until they’re about 3–4” tall. You can transplant in late fall or winter if your soil drains well and frost is light. Otherwise, hold them until late winter or early spring. Zone 7 Start seeds in trays in fall or early winter in an unheated, protected space. Transplant in late winter or early spring once the soil is workable. Zones 3–6 Start in late winter, about 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Keep s...