White Pearl broad-leaved everlasting pea

Lathyrus latifolius 'White Pearl'

VineFabaceae

RHS AGM 1993

White Pearl broad-leaved everlasting pea
Drought tolerantEdible
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Climbing
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Soil types
Loam

Garden uses

Ground cover

Attracts

Butterflies

Notes

'White Pearl' broad-leaved everlasting pea (Lathyrus latifolius 'White Pearl') is a perennial vine for ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, loamy soil. It grows at a rapid rate and climbs. White flowers appear in early to late summer and again in early to late autumn. Butterflies visit the blooms, and the plant is drought tolerant.

Pairs well with Dropmore Scarlet honeysuckle, Honey Gold peony, and Foxtail barley.