Mary Mac sweet pea

Lathyrus odoratus 'Mary Mac'

Fabaceae

RHS AGM 2012

Mary Mac 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

'Mary Mac' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Mary Mac') is a vine for borders, containers, and cottage gardens. 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 appear in spring and again in summer, and butterflies visit them.

Pairs well with Floristan sunflower, Split Second Morning Glory morning glory, and Drumstick primrose.