Jilly sweet pea
Lathyrus odoratus 'Jilly'
RHS AGM 1994
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
Attracts
Notes
'Jilly' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Jilly') is a plant for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and privacy screens. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil. It grows at a rapid rate and has fragrant flowers that attract butterflies. Blooms open from early to late spring and again from early to late summer.
Pairs well with Taiyo sunflower, Supertunia Royal Velvet petunia, and Red fescue.