Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 (sweet pea Sdg Kt/3) — Climbing

Overview

Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 is a climbing annual biennial in the genus Lathyrus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, hanging basket and patio and container plants.

About

Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3, a cultivar of the sweet pea, is an annual or biennial climbing plant belonging to the genus Lathyrus in the Fabaceae family. This deciduous climber thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, favouring fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soils of various types and pH levels. It is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as containers and hanging baskets. The plant is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best propagated by sowing seeds indoors or directly outdoors in spring, with interest through spring, summer, and autumn.

About the genus

Lathyrus is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family Fabaceae, and contains approximately 160 species. Commonly known as peavines or vetchlings, they are native to temperate areas, with a breakdown of 52 species in Europe, 30 species in North America, 78 in Asia, 24 in tropical East Africa, and 24 in temperate South America. There are annual and perennial species which may be climbing or bushy.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Lathyrus

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H3

Plant details

Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Annual Biennial
Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Hanging basket, Patio and container plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3

Propagation: Propagate by sowing seed in pots or rootrainers in autumn or spring and planting out in April, or sow seed directly into the soil in April. See sowing seeds indoors for further advice
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails and thrips
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to powdery mildews, fusarium wilt, sweetpea viruses

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3?

Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 need?

Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 hardy in the UK?

Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3 has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.

How do I propagate Lathyrus odoratus Sdg Kt/3?

Propagate by sowing seed in pots or rootrainers in autumn or spring and planting out in April, or sow seed directly into the soil in April. See sowing seeds indoors for further advice.

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