Lathyrus rotundifolius

Also Known As

Persian Everlasting Pea

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 2'-8'

planting zones

5a-10b

Lathyrus rotundifolius plant details

Lathyrus rotundifolius is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lathyrus rotundifolius

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lathyrus rotundifolius

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Three cheers for PERENNIAL Persian Everlasting Peas! Sumptuous, rich salmon-red, blooms & cute-as-a-button round leaves will happily climb 6-8' up a trellis blooming in Summer, it prefers rich well drained soil & a sunny spot. Dead-head to keep the flower show going as long as possible. Native to the Crimean Mountains in the Middle East, it's reportedly pretty drought tolerant once established. Wonderful cut flowers, but I'm sad to report it does not emit the same sweet scent as its L. odoratus cousins. Don't fret when you see die back, it's deciduous & this is completely normal. Bonus points for not being a thuggish perennial pea!