Old Spice sweet pea
Lathyrus odoratus 'Old Spice'
USDA zones2 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Vine
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Old Spice' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Old Spice') is an annual vine for borders, containers, and cottage gardens. It handles cool weather and a light frost. This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil. It grows fast and blooms in spring and summer. The flowers are fragrant and attract butterflies. Give the vine a support to climb.
Pairs well with Mammoth Grey Stripe sunflower, Cerise Queen yarrow, and Supertunia Bermuda Beach petunia.