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Annual Sweet Pea

Lathyrus Odoratus

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Overview

Lathyrus odoratus, commonly known as Annual Sweet Pea, is a cherished ornamental climber, boasting fragrant flowers up to 2 inches across in a vivid array of colors. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil. Reaching a height of 4-6 feet, this fast-growing annual requires support like trellises. Ideal for borders, it adds vertical interest and a delightful scent, blooming from late spring to first frost.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–10Type AnnualClimate Mediterranean
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — is a captivating flowering plant renowned for its vibrant and fragrant blossoms

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil; sweet Peas complete their lifecycle, image 62
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — Deadheading spent flowers will encourage further blooming, prolonging the display well into the growing season; regular
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — or archway to facilitate its graceful ascent; flower colors vary widely
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — aiming for approximately 1 inch of water per week; annual with multi-colored and pink blooms, image 79
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — Sweet Peas thrive in full sun to partial shade; commonly known as Annual Sweet Pea
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — Sweet Peas complete their lifecycle within one year
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — or archway to facilitate its graceful ascent; flower colors vary widely, image 69
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — but ensure the soil is not waterlogged; ideal for borders, it adds vertical interest and a delightful scent, blooming
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — boasting fragrant flowers up to 2 inches across in a vivid array of colors
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — Versatile in its placement; for optimal growth, incorporate a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during, image 70
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — encompassing shades of pink
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — or archway to facilitate its graceful ascent
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — aiming for approximately 1 inch of water per week
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — with each ruffled blossom measuring about 1 inch across
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — Flower colors vary widely
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — Ideal for borders, it adds vertical interest and a delightful scent, blooming from late spring to first frost
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — annual with multi-colored and pink blooms
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — aiming for approximately 1 inch of water per week; annual with multi-colored and pink blooms
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — encompassing shades of pink; annual for full or half
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — commonly known as Annual Sweet Pea; it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil, image 59
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — which appear from late spring to early summer, image 44
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — boasting fragrant flowers up to 2 inches across in a vivid array of colors; with each ruffled blossom measuring about 1
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — Sweet Peas complete their lifecycle within one year; multi-colored and pink flowers in the garden
Annual Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus) — pinnate leaves that create a verdant backdrop for the abundant flowers; which make it an exceptional choice, image 72
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