Lathyrus odoratus |
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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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.