Just Julia sweet pea

Lathyrus odoratus 'Just Julia'

Fabaceae

RHS AGM 2012

Just Julia 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

'Just Julia' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Just Julia') is grown 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. Blooms open in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. Butterflies visit them.

Pairs well with Giant Sungold sunflower, Supertunia Royal Velvet petunia, Candy Stripe moss phlox, and Red fescue.