Sweet Pea
Annual

Sweet Pea

Lathyrus odoratus

Ruffled, intensely fragrant climbing flowers in every pastel shade. Cool-season annual that hates heat.

Bloom Season
Apr - Jun
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Moderate
Regular watering
Size & Zones
4-6' tall
USDA Zones 2-11
Bloom Colors
Pink
Purple
White
Red
Lavender
Traits
❋ Fragrant✂ Cut Flower▢ Container Friendly
Soil
Loam
Where to buy
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Pairs Well With
Clematis
Vine
Rose
Perennial
Snapdragon
Annual
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