Royal Family sweet pea
Lathyrus odoratus 'Royal Family'
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
'Royal Family' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Royal Family') is an annual vine for borders, containers, and cottage gardens. Cool weather suits it, and it can take a light frost. This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil. It grows at a rapid rate and bears fragrant flowers that attract butterflies. Blooms open from early to late spring and again from early to late summer.
Pairs well with Goldy Double sunflower, Supertunia Black Cherry petunia, and Charm peony.