To grow an early crop, try sowing seeds in a length ... transplant into the garden once the seedlings have established. Dig out a shallow trench and gently slide the pea seedlings into it.
Make sure you wipe your knife or secateurs between cutting each plant to prevent diseases from spreading. Secure the sweet pea to its cane with string, garden twine or special sweet pea rings.
Easy to grow from seed, and perfect to get the kids involved ... fibrous string or rough sticks from your garden. As the peas grow, they throw out tendrils that like to grab hold of a support ...