Lavender Sprite sweet pea

Lathyrus odoratus 'Lavender Sprite'

Fabaceae

RHS AGM 2013

Lavender Sprite 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

'Lavender Sprite' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Lavender Sprite') 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. The fragrant flowers open in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. Butterflies visit them.

Pairs well with Easy Wave Blue petunia, Old Rose Dandy peony, and Sunny Smile sunflower.