Lathyrus odoratus
SWEET PEA
Fabaceae-Faboideae

 
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Plant type: deciduous tendril climber or annual

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
2m
Plant habit
 
2m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia

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Lathyrus odoratus
SWEET PEA
Fabaceae-Faboideae

 

  Plant type: deciduous tendril climber or annual

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
2m
Plant habit
 
2m

FEATURES

Flowers: white, pink, crimson, red, mauve, purple or blue

Flowering Time: late winter to late spring


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits cottage & mediterranean designs

Uses: pergola, groundcovers, border, hanging basket, window box

Growth rate: fast

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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