Lathyrus odoratus 'Chatsworth' — Climbing, Scrambling, Clump-forming

Overview

Lathyrus odoratus 'Chatsworth' is a climbing, scrambling, clump-forming annual biennial in the genus Lathyrus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lathyrus odoratus 'Chatsworth' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include climbers, wall side borders, banks and slopes, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, city and courtyard gardens and coastal.

About

Lathyrus odoratus 'Chatsworth' is a climbing annual or biennial cultivar within the Lathyrus genus, known for its scrambling habit and deciduous pinnate leaves ending in tendrils. This cultivar thrives in fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil under full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for south- or west-facing aspects. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and flowers from spring through autumn. 'Chatsworth' is ideal for use as a climber on walls, in cottage gardens, or in wildlife-friendly and coastal settings, where its pea-like flowers add seasonal interest.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Lathyrus

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Lathyrus odoratus 'Chatsworth' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Annual Biennial
Habit: Climbing, Scrambling, Clump-forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Climbers, Wall side borders, Banks and slopes, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal