Butterfly sweet pea

Lathyrus odoratus 'Butterfly'

VineFabaceae

Butterfly sweet pea
Fragrant
USDA zones2 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Broad
Bloom season
Spring, summer

Garden uses

BorderContainerCottage gardenHedgePrivacy screen

Attracts

Butterflies

Notes

'Butterfly' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Butterfly') is an annual for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and privacy screens. It handles cool weather and a light frost. This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil. It grows quickly and has a broad habit, so give it a support to climb. The fragrant flowers draw butterflies and bloom in spring and summer.

Pairs well with Soraya sunflower, Bright Lights cosmos, and Red fescue.