Lathyrus odoratus 'King Edward VII'

Also Known As

King Edward VII Sweet Pea

Plant type

vine, annual / biennial

size

H: 48"-72"
W: 6"-24"

planting zones

1-12

Lathyrus odoratus 'King Edward VII' plant details

Lathyrus odoratus 'King Edward VII' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial vine with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in alkaline, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lathyrus odoratus 'King Edward VII'

Plant type: annual / biennial vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 48 IN - 72 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lathyrus odoratus 'King Edward VII'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: alkaline, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Of the hundreds of sweet peas available at the turn of the century, 'King Edward' is one of a few survivors! A stunning flame colored fragrant sweet pea introduced in 1903 by Henry Eckford. Seeds poisonous.