Spencer Ice Cream sweet pea

Lathyrus odoratus 'Spencer Ice Cream'

AnnualFabaceae

Spencer Ice Cream sweet pea
Fragrant
USDA zones2 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size6 to 8 feet tall
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Broad
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Bloom color
Cream

Garden uses

BorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerHedgePrivacy screen

Attracts

Butterflies

Notes

'Spencer Ice Cream' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Spencer Ice Cream') is an annual for borders, cut flowers, 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 can reach 72 to 96 inches tall. The cream flowers are fragrant and attract butterflies.

Pairs well with Procut White Nite sunflower, Tidal Wave Cherry petunia, and Red fescue.