Spencer Ripple sweet pea
Lathyrus odoratus 'Spencer Ripple'
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
'Spencer Ripple' sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus 'Spencer Ripple') is an annual vine for borders, containers, cottage gardens, and privacy screens. Cool weather suits it, and it can take a light frost. This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil. It grows rapidly and bears fragrant flowers that attract butterflies. Give it a trellis or fence to climb.
Pairs well with Goldy Double sunflower, Charm peony, Drumstick primrose, and Supertunia Black Cherry petunia.