Lathyrus odoratus
Annual Sweet Pea
Description
Sweet Pea is a favorite among many gardeners for its wonderful scented flowers. Some cultivars are vines and others are bush or shrub-like. It comes in blue, pink, purple, red or white flowers. They do better in cooler climates; keep roots mulched. Grow in rich, moist soil and provide regular watering especially in the summer. Excellent for cut flowers. These annuals are grown from seed.
Plant Type
Annual
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Blue, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.