Sweet pea seedlings

lizhindley2019 · 15 March

I’ve recently successfully planted Sweet Pea seeds indoors. The seedlings are about six inches high, very leggy and I don’t know what to do with them! If I put them in the shed outside mice or slugs will get them. I really don’t want to lose them. Help please!

Fairygirl · 15 March

Hi @lizhindley2019 - you need to pinch the tops out, and that creates new growth lower down.
Once they're hearty enough and you move them on, you can also plant them a bit deeper. They can start going outside with basic shelter at that point too. Just make sure to acclimatise them a bit, and that depends on where you are and your climate.
I don't sow mine for another week or two yet for that reason

lizhindley2019 · 15 March

thanks so thanks so much, I’ll follow your advice.

A few years ago I think you gave me some advice when I was having raised beds made. If it was you, you advised putting them on heavy duty castors which was the best idea ever! My neighbours and friends, once they realise castors are there, are very envious! Glad of the opportunity to thank you again before this forum closes!

Fairygirl · 15 March

Not sure it was me about the castors @lizhindley2019, but that's great it worked out for you!
If you need more help with your s. peas - take a look on the new site everyone's going to Gardeners Corner. Plenty of help there if you want it. I expect I'll be doing some bits and bobs about s. peas there

They don't need cossetting, just protection from the most severe winter/early spring weather, and plenty of light. That's why yours have got a bit leggy - lack of adequate light. They'll be fine though. I usually sow about 3 to a deeper 3inch pot [takeaway coffee cups are ideal!] and I often plant the whole pot out into the final site - mainly large containers, as it's easier to keep them slug free. I do around 12 or so, to 15 inch pots, with plenty of food and a good moisture retentive soil mix

lizhindley2019 · 15 March

Many thanks 😀

Sweet pea seedlings

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