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Lathyrus vernus


Spring Pea




Origin:  Native to the forests of Europe and Siberia.
Family
Fabaceae
Genus
Lathyrus
Species
vernus
Category
Perennials
USDA Hardiness Zone
7b - 8a
Canadian Hardiness Zone
7
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5-H7
Temperature (°C)
-15 - (-9)
Temperature (°F)
5 - 15
Height
15 - 30 cm
Spread
15 - 30 cm
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
AprilMay
General Description
Lathyrus vernus or Spring Pea is a herbaceous perennial with smooth, acuminate leaves and flowers in shades of pink.
Landscape
Makes a good border plant for shady locations. Appropriate for natural, cottage and woodland gardens. Not a climber.
Cultivation
Grow in part to full shade, in average, well-drained soil. Takes some time to establish. Intolerant of root disturbance and full sun. After flowering, leaves usually die down.
Growth
Medium
Pests
No serious pests or diseases of note.
Leaf Description
Bright green, acuminate (tapering to a long point), 7.5 cm long, smooth with longitudinal venation, even pinnate: 2 - 3 pairs arranged in rows with two at the tip. There are no tendrils.
Flower Description
Typically pea-like, reddish-purple with red veins, maturing to a violet-blue, 2 cm long, 5 - 8 in axillary racemes.
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