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19 November 2008

Perennial Sweet Pea

Lathyrus latifolius

Genus: Lathyrus
Species: latifolius

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Category: Climbers & Wall Shrubs

Height: 2.50 m (250 cm)
Spread: 1.00 m (100 cm)

Form: Herbaceous perennial climber
Hardiness: Full hardy
Sun/Shade: Full sun or light shade
Soil Type: Nutritious, well drained.
Drought Tolerance: Drought tolerant (when established)

The leaves of this herbaceous climber are bluish-green. During summer and early autumn, Lathyrus latifolius produces purplish-pink flowers. , Lathyrus latifolius needs cutting down to ground level each spring and the new basal shoots produced as a result will need some support and training.

 


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