Oklahoma sweet pea

Lathyrus odoratus 'Oklahoma'

Fabaceae

RHS AGM 2000

Oklahoma 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

'Oklahoma' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Oklahoma') is a vine 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 rapidly and blooms in spring and again in summer. The fragrant flowers attract butterflies.

Pairs well with Nigra hollyhock, Mammoth Grey Stripe sunflower, and Red fescue.