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Lathyrus odoratus Little Red Riding Hood - Sweet Pea

Lathyrus odoratus Little Red Riding Hood
Sweet pea

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The 'Little Red Riding Hood' Sweet Pea is an annual climbing plant that stands out for its abundant flowering in a delicate, bi-coloured pinkish-purple and white, with a fragrant scent.
Flower size
4 cm
Height at maturity
2 m
Exposure
Sun
Annual / Perennial
Annual
Germination time (days)
15 days
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Sowing period March to April
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Flowering time June to August
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Description

The 'Little Red Riding Hood' Sweet Pea or Lathyrus odoratus is an annual climbing plant with a tall habit (150 to 250 cm (59 to 98in)) that stands out for its abundant bicoloured flowering in shades of pinkish-purple and white, delicately fragrant.

Its papilionaceous flowers, measuring 2 to 3 cm (1in) long, appear from June to late August in clusters of 3 to 4 flowers, at the ends of short stems. Despite its short stems, it is an excellent flower for cutting and creating fragrant bouquets.

With rapid growth, the stems develop tendrils that can cling to a support that you provide.

Originally from Italy, sweet peas thrive in warm, sunny locations with well-drained, even rocky soil.

This fragrant sweet vetch is perfect for adorning trellises, fences, and even pots on the terrace throughout the summer. The large seeds of the 'Little Red Riding Hood' Sweet Pea are easy to sow and require little care. Pair this variety with bicoloured flowers with a variety like 'Prince of Orange'.

 

Flowering

Flower colour two-tone
Flowering time June to August
Inflorescence Cluster
Flower size 4 cm
Fragrance Fragrant
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms
Flowering description Its bicoloured purplish-pink and white papilionaceous flowers, measuring 2 to 3 cm (1in) in length, appear from June to late August in clusters of 3 to 4 flowers at the ends of short stems. This graceful flowering, reminiscent of the colours of the variegated crown vetch, emits a delicate fragrance.

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual
Foliage colour medium green
Foliage description The fast-growing winged stems bear elliptical leaflets of a medium green colour, approximately 5 to 6 cm (2in) long.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 2 m
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate fast

Botanical data

Genus

Lathyrus

Species

odoratus

Cultivar

Little Red Riding Hood

Family

Fabaceae

Other common names

Sweet pea

Origin

Mediterranean

Planting and care

Sow Sweet Peas directly in place at the base of a trellis in March-April, in groups of 2 or 3 seeds, at a depth of 2.5 cm (1in). Leave a minimum distance of 30 cm (12in) between two groups. When the seedlings have reached the stage of the second pair of leaves, cut the tip of each stem to promote branching. Regular but not excessive watering will accelerate its growth. A sunny location and the application of flowering plant fertiliser, as well as the removal of faded flowers, will promote abundant flowering from June to August.

Sowing period

Sowing period March to April
Germination time (days) 15 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Container, Climbing
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, Avoid poorly drained soils that can lead to root rot.

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