Lathyrus odoratus 'Wiltshire Ripple'

Plant type

vine, annual / biennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

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Lathyrus odoratus 'Wiltshire Ripple' plant details

Lathyrus odoratus 'Wiltshire Ripple' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial vine with green foliage. In summer chocolate flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lathyrus odoratus 'Wiltshire Ripple'

Plant type: annual / biennial vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lathyrus odoratus 'Wiltshire Ripple'

USDA Zones:
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Luscious & lavish chocolate-burgundy flecked cream-colored blooms, with a strong heady scent... who's thinking about dessert? MMmmm. A Spencer type, the 1.5" wavy edged blooms are borne many to a stem, sturdy & long-stemmed enough for bouquets. Sweet peas are hardy annuals, so the usual rules apply: plant as early as you're able - even in Fall if you're in a mild climate & be sure to help them along by giving them a rich mix of well amended fertile soil. Until your vines get a foot or so into the air, be sure to bait for snails. Grows 4-6' tall & wide. Needs support to climb.