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Vibrant, velvety blue blooms bring a tropical flair to gardens and trellises. This vigorous climber thrives in warm climates, gracefully winding its way up supports and creating a lush, colorful display. Loved by pollinators, its flowers are also prized for their natural dye and culinary uses, adding a unique twist to teas, cocktails, and dishes. Blooming from summer through fall, Butterfly Pea is perfect for adding vertical interest, charm, and a touch of the exotic to your garden.
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Variety Info
Family: Fabaceae
Native: Southeast Asia
Hardiness: Tender perennial in zones 10–11, grown as an annual in cooler climates.
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: Vine. Grows 12’–15' in height, although it can be maintained at 12' with light pruning.
Variety Info: 1" vibrant blue blossoms
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 65°F. Mild Climates: Sow in late summer for winter bloom.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Start in late summer for winter bloom.
Sprouts in: 14 – 21 Days
Plant Seeds (Depth): 1/2"
Space Seeds: A group of 4 seeds every 6"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 6"
- Tatanisha R.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 starsJul 13, 2026This is a show stopper!
l planted this from seed. I love how she naturally grew up my trellis.can’t wait to taste this one!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningJul 14, 2026Hey Tatanisha,
We're so happy to hear about your incredible experience with the Blue Tea Butterfly Pea Seeds! It's awesome that she naturally climbed up your trellis like that - there's nothing better than a plant that knows exactly what to do and creates such a beautiful show! And we're totally excited for you to taste your first butterfly pea tea - the flavor experience is going to be amazing, plus you'll love watching the magical color changes! Thanks for sharing your butterfly pea growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Danielle P.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 starsJul 10, 2026White not blue
Highly disappointed!!! The flowers are white, not blue as promised
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertEGEpic GardeningJul 14, 2026Hi Danielle,
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
It looks like our Customer Success team is already assisting you and will continue working with you to reach a resolution.
Thank you for your patience and for giving us the opportunity to make things right.
- Terese B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJul 3, 2026Bountiful harvest
First time growing butterfly pea flower. I had a 50% germination rate, and one of my plants is growing white flowers. I'm in zone 8a (Upstate SC), and the vines are doing great in our 90+ degree heat with direct sun. Bees love them, and I already have a few pods developed — hopefully I get to save some seeds for next season.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningJul 10, 2026Hey Terese,
We're so stoked to hear about your fantastic experience with the Blue Tea Butterfly Pea Seeds! It's awesome that you're getting such great results in that zone 8a heat - those vines sound like they're absolutely loving that direct sun and 90+ degree weather! And how cool is it that you got a white flower surprise along with your blues? The bees clearly know a good thing when they see it, and we're thrilled they're loving your butterfly pea blooms! It's so exciting that you're already seeing pods developing - there's nothing better than being able to save seeds for next season's garden adventures. Thanks for sharing your butterfly pea growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Janhavi S.AL, United StatesVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 13, 2026100% germination rate
Only 8 seeds but had a 100% germination rate (the last one came up eventually). Excited for these to grow big!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? KidsHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedEGEpic GardeningMay 15, 2026Hey Janhavi,
100% germination rate with our Blue Tea Butterfly Pea Seeds - that's amazing! We love that even the last little one made its way up eventually, they all just wanted to join the party! We're just as excited as you are to see these beauties grow big and produce those gorgeous blue flowers. Thanks for sharing your fantastic butterfly pea growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- MICHELLERated 5 out of 5 starsMar 13, 2026Good germination with extended soaking
I soaked mine for a 3-4 days making sure they still were firm each day. Put them in a closed take out container with seed mix, they all germinated. Some were quicker than others. I have them potted up and they will go outside soon.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMar 15, 2026Hey Michelle,
Wow, what great technique with the extended soaking! We love hearing about successful methods like yours with the closed takeout container setup. Your Blue Tea Butterfly Pea plants are going to be absolutely stunning once they get outside and start blooming those gorgeous blue flowers! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this wonderful growing tip with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
