Lathyrus odoratus 'Spring Sunshine Burgundy' – Exceptional early cut flower sweet pea with deep red flowers

Lathyrus odoratus 'Spring Sunshine Burgundy' is a high-quality, specially selected scented sweet pea developed for professional cut flower production in early spring. This variety combines vigorous growth, long stems, and an abundance of large, billowing flowers in an elegant deep burgundy red. It is ideal for growers who want to advance their harvest and achieve abundant, fragrant flower production, even under short day lengths and limited light conditions in greenhouses.

Early flowering thanks to short-day selection

Unlike traditional Lathyrus odoratus, which naturally blooms in summer, 'Spring Sunshine Burgundy' was selected for early flowering under short-day conditions. While summer bloomers require 12 hours of daylight, spring varieties like this one bloom in about 11 hours. This allows gardeners and professionals to harvest beautiful flowers in late winter or early spring, regardless of limited natural light.

This characteristic makes the variety perfect for cool greenhouse conditions, where the normal development of standard sweet peas is often slowed down in low light. 'Spring Sunshine Burgundy' maintains its vigorous growth and quickly produces sturdy stems with multiple flowers.

Impressive growth characteristics

This selection is distinguished by vigorous early growth that continues through the winter. Each stem can bear 5–6 large flowers, which develop beautifully on wavy, robust stems. The deep burgundy hue gives the flowers a rich, luxurious appearance, ideal for cut flowers and bouquets.

Thanks to its long stems and sturdy structure, this sweet pea is particularly suitable for professional flower production, but also for ambitious home gardeners who want to enjoy fragrant sweet pea flowers earlier than usual.

Cultivation and care

For optimal germination, it is recommended to soak 'Spring Sunshine Burgundy' seeds in lukewarm water beforehand. Sowing can be done at various times, depending on the desired harvest time:

• December sowing for early spring flowers

• Sow in May for an autumn harvest

The greenhouse should be cool and well-lit. Because of the vigorous growth, it's important to provide support for the stems and allow sufficient space for the abundant development of flowers. Regularly picked flowers stimulate new blooms and significantly extend the harvest period.

Application and benefits

'Spring Sunshine Burgundy' is ideal for:

• Professional cut flower cultivation in greenhouses

• Early harvest for spring bouquets

• Flowers with long stems and a luxurious appearance

• Ambitious home gardeners who want early season blooms

Thanks to its rich burgundy color and elegant appearance, this sweet pea fits perfectly in romantic bouquets, pastel-colored arrangements and combinations with white, pink or blue flowers.

Why choose Lathyrus odoratus 'Spring Sunshine Burgundy'?

• Early flowering under short-day conditions

• Vigorous, hardy growth in cool greenhouses

• Long stems with 5–6 large flowers per stem

• Deep red burgundy flowers of high quality

• Ideal for cut flowers and professional use

• Flexible sowing schedule for spring or autumn

With its vigorous growth, luxurious burgundy color, and reliable early flowering, Lathyrus odoratus 'Spring Sunshine Burgundy' is a perfect choice for professionals and serious hobby growers who want to enjoy fragrant, elegant sweet pea flowers early in the season.