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Fabaceae
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Lensnigricans
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Family
Fabaceae
(fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Lens
(lenz)
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Species
nigricans
(ny-grih-kans)
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Synonym
Ervum nigricans
Lathyrus nigricans
Lens villosa
Vicia marschall
Vicia nigricans
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Unknown - Tell us
Foliage Color
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Where to Grow
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Bloom Characteristics
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Bloom Size
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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
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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