Lathyrus, Sweet Pea 'Senator'

Lathyrusodoratus

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Lathyrus (LAY-thy-russ)
Species
odoratus (oh-dor-AY-tus)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Medium Purple
Maroon/Burgundy
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Richmond, California

Salinas, California

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Gardener's Notes:

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0
neutral
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negative
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Battle Ground, WA (Zone 8b) | August 2008 | positive

This is a very fragrant sweet pea that grows well in not-so-great soil. It blooms prolifically and over a long period. Reseeds itself r...Read More

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