Lathyrus odoratus 'Cupani's Originals'
- Product number: 530150
- Origin: Mediterranean Region
- Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Purple with deep blue (bicolour). Larger than the wild species. From 1699.
It will not surprise you that the old reliable Lathyrus receives special attention in our guide. The enormous diversity and rich history have ensured that many garden enthusiasts are fond of this genus of flowers. Old-fashioned Lathyrus varieties often have a history of popularity spanning many decades! They are characterized by somewhat smaller flowers, 2-4 per stem, with a delightful fresh, sweet scent. Where known, we have mentioned the date of introduction.
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Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Dutch: Siererwt
Also known as: Lathyrus
English: Sweet Pea
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- Flower colour: Purple with deep blue (bicolor)
- Origin: Mediterranean Region
- Average growth height: More than 120 cm
- Annual or perennial: Annual
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- Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Moderate
- Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
- Dutch: Sweet pea
- Also known as: Sweet Pea
- English: Sweet Pea
