Lathyrus vernus (Herbaceous Sweet Pea, Lathyrus)

This low growing perennial sweet pea is a classic cottage garden plant, where it grown among other . It grows fast and flowers swiftly right through the summer, producing masses of scented burgundy blossom that is best enjoyed from supported trellis or cane structures.

This relatively compact perennial sweet pea will grow on most decent water retentive soils, ideally in a sheltered spot in full sun or part shade. This sweet pea is grown as herbaceous plant so is cut back annually and mulch during the winter months.

Strengths of Lathyrus vernus:

• Scented blossom
• Suitable for container growing

Weaknesses of Lathyrus vernus

• Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils

Design & Plant Use for Lathyrus vernus:

• Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting
• Ideal for informal cottage garden style planting

Common Missspellings: Lathirus, Latthyris, Lathyris

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