Lathyrus

The same genus as the Sweet Pea but these are exquisite low growing shrubs which are bejewelled in Spring. They are easy to grow in a moist humus rich soil. They are happy to enjoy a little sun.
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Lathyrus aureus

  • Pot size: 1 Litre
  • Plant ultimate height: 60cm (24in)
  • Growing condition: Partial - full shade
  • Flowering season: April to May

Unusual and gorgeous, burnt orange coloured flowers over a long period, oddly rare as it's easy and lovely. To 60cm or so high, flowering in late May.

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Lathyrus vernus AGM

  • Pot size: 1 Litre
  • Plant ultimate height: 45cm (18in)
  • Growing condition: Partial - full shade
  • Flowering season: April to May

The Spring pea, a non-climbing woodlander from Eastern Europe, with striking blue-purple flowers. Forms a small bush/clump for ground cover. Stunning.

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Lathyrus vernus 'Alboroseus' AGM

Lathyrus vernus 'Alboroseus' AGM

  • Pot size: 9cm
  • Plant ultimate height: 15cm (6in)
  • Growing condition: Partial - full shade
  • Flowering season: N/A to N/A

White-pink flowers on this selected colour form. .

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