Lathyrus, Sweet Pea
Lathyrusodoratus 'Apple Blossom'

Category
Annuals

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Herbaceous

Foliage Color

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Bloom Color
Light Blue
Lavender

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Scarify seed before sowing

Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored