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Lathyrus vernus | Spring Pea

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DESCRIPTION
Lathyrus vernus produces upright clusters of pea-shaped flowers that open in shades of violet-purple and gradually soften to blue as they mature. The blossoms are held above tidy stems lined with paired, oval leaflets that emerge with a fresh green tone and form a neat, bushy clump with a refined woodland character.

Blooming in mid to late spring, this perennial is native to central and eastern Europe. It fits naturally into woodland gardens, shaded borders, and spring plantings, where its early flowers provide color between bulbs and later perennials while maintaining an orderly presence throughout the growing season.

DESCRIPTION
Lathyrus vernus produces upright clusters of pea-shaped flowers that open in shades of violet-purple and gradually soften to blue as they mature. The blossoms are held above tidy stems lined with paired, oval leaflets that emerge with a fresh green tone and form a neat, bushy clump with a refined woodland character.

Blooming in mid to late spring, this perennial is native to central and eastern Europe. It fits naturally into woodland gardens, shaded borders, and spring plantings, where its early flowers provide color between bulbs and later perennials while maintaining an orderly presence throughout the growing season.

 

  • Family: Fabaceae
    Height: 12 to 18 in
    Width: 12 to 18 in
    Foliage color: Medium green, compound leaves with oval leaflets that emerge bronzy and mature green
    Flower color: Deep purple to violet, often fading to blue tones with age
    Bloom time: Early to mid spring
    Light requirements: Partial shade to full sun
    Water requirements: Moderate moisture
    Maintenance: Low, remove spent flower stems if desired, allow foliage to remain until it naturally dies back
    Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 8
    Wildlife attractors: Bees, early-season pollinators

    This plant can be seen at Heronswood Garden.

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