Lathyrus odoratus 'Prince of Orange' (Spencer hybrid)

Also Known As

Lathyrus odoratus 'Spencer Prince of Orange'
Spencer Prince of Orange Sweet Pea

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

1-11

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Lathyrus odoratus 'Prince of Orange' (Spencer hybrid) plant details

Lathyrus odoratus 'Prince of Orange' (Spencer hybrid) is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer apricot and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lathyrus odoratus 'Prince of Orange' (Spencer hybrid)

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lathyrus odoratus 'Prince of Orange' (Spencer hybrid)

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bred by Morse in 1928, This lovely orange sweet pea has a pink blush to the opalescent petals. An old fragrant grandiflora, rare today, it needs the attention of gardeners to survive until its 100th birthday and beyond!