Lathyrus odoratus 'Matucana'
- Product number: 530280
- Origin: Peru
- Latin: Lathyrus odoratus
Europe's very first sweet pea: discovered in Peru, described from 1543 onwards. Brought over in the 17th century by a monk from Sicily, Franciscus Cupani. The slightly smaller but super-fragrant flowers are dark blue with a purple-brown glow. Climbs up to 2 m high.
It will not surprise you that the good old Lathyrus receives special attention in our guide. Its enormous diversity and rich history have made many garden enthusiasts fond of this flower genus. 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 wonderfully 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: Dark blue with a purple-brown sheen
- Origin: Peru
- 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
