King Edward VII sweet pea
Lathyrus odoratus 'King Edward VII'
RHS AGM 1995
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
'King Edward VII' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'King Edward VII') 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 a broad habit. Fragrant flowers appear in spring and again in summer. Butterflies visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Giant Sungold sunflower, Supertunia Royal Velvet petunia, and Candy Stripe moss phlox.