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Lathyrus odoratus 'Gwendoline'

Also Known As

  • Gwendoline Sweet Pea

Plant type

vine, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 1'-8'

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Lathyrus odoratus 'Gwendoline' plant details

Lathyrus odoratus 'Gwendoline' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial vine with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lathyrus odoratus 'Gwendoline'

Plant type: annual / biennial vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lathyrus odoratus 'Gwendoline'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A ruffley explosion of fragrant frills make for one heck of a showy sweet pea! Growing up to 8’ tall, this hardy annual is sure to thrill you with its abundance of 2” pink-blushed white blooms on extra-long, sturdy stems – perfect for masses of pretty pretty princess bouquets. Plant in rich, composty soil with regular water for the most floriferous display – and don’t be stingy with your bouquets! The more you cut, the more it’ll flower! Self-sows for freebies.

Gardening facts about Lathyrus odoratus 'Gwendoline' plant

How to Grow Lathyrus odoratus 'Gwendoline'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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