Sturt's Desert Pea Flower | 20 Seeds
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Common name: Sturt's Desert Pea, Ngooringa
Scientific name: Swainsona formosa
Approx number of seeds: 20 Seeds
Mostly seen in arid areas of Australia, the Sturt's Desert Pea is a very low, wide growing plant with large red pea shaped flowers that feature a black dot in the centre. It’s also known as ‘Ngooringa’ and is South Australia’s floral emblem.
Key planting information
Suitable for beginners: Yes
Sowing method: Direct sowing or raising seedlings - you can put these straight into a garden bed or pot, or raise them as seedlings. It’s better to directly sow them.
Life cycle: Annual
Plant height: 20cm
Season: spring, summer
Spacing: 150cm
Sun requirements: Full sun
Soil requirements: Well drained soil
Time to sprout: 14 - 21 days at 16 - 24°C
Days until fully grown: 140 days
IMPORTANT - Sturt's Desert Pea can take a while to sprout due to needing perfect conditions. Try to be patient (I am not good at this) and ensure you keep the soil moist but not saturated.
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Other options:
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We aim to dispatch all orders within 2 business days.
Delivery takes between 1-10 days depending on the shipping option you select. Shipping times shown at checkout.
We do not ship to WA or TAS.
Free standard shipping on orders over $50.
$3 untracked shipping available for orders under $24.
Other options:
- $9.85 standard shipping
- $14.95 express shipping
We aim to dispatch all orders within 2 business days.
Delivery takes between 1-10 days depending on the shipping option you select. Shipping times shown at checkout.
We do not ship to WA or TAS.
Sturt's Desert Pea Flower | 20 Seeds
Common name: Sturt's Desert Pea, Ngooringa
Scientific name: Swainsona formosa
Approx number of seeds: 20 Seeds
Mostly seen in arid areas of Australia, the Sturt's Desert Pea is a very low, wide growing plant with large red pea shaped flowers that feature a black dot in the centre. It’s also known as ‘Ngooringa’ and is South Australia’s floral emblem.
Key planting information
Suitable for beginners: Yes
Sowing method: Direct sowing or raising seedlings - you can put these straight into a garden bed or pot, or raise them as seedlings. It’s better to directly sow them.
Life cycle: Annual
Plant height: 20cm
Season: spring, summer
Spacing: 150cm
Sun requirements: Full sun
Soil requirements: Well drained soil
Time to sprout: 14 - 21 days at 16 - 24°C
Days until fully grown: 140 days
IMPORTANT - Sturt's Desert Pea can take a while to sprout due to needing perfect conditions. Try to be patient (I am not good at this) and ensure you keep the soil moist but not saturated.
Free standard shipping on orders over $50.
$3 untracked shipping available for orders under $24.
Other options:
- $9.85 standard shipping
- $14.95 express shipping
We aim to dispatch all orders within 2 business days.
Delivery takes between 1-10 days depending on the shipping option you select. Shipping times shown at checkout.
We do not ship to WA or TAS.
Free standard shipping on orders over $50.
$3 untracked shipping available for orders under $24.
Other options:
- $9.85 standard shipping
- $14.95 express shipping
We aim to dispatch all orders within 2 business days.
Delivery takes between 1-10 days depending on the shipping option you select. Shipping times shown at checkout.
We do not ship to WA or TAS.