Perennial or everlasting, sweet peas were grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. The very long, lush, trailing vines are gorgeous rambling over shrubs or fences, gracing an arbor or used as a groundcover. Withstands summer heat well, is fairly drought tolerant and attracts pollinators. Flowers are lovely in bouquets. Usually scentless.
| Bloom Color | Mauve/Pink/Violet/White |
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| Bloom Season | Spring to Fall |
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| Botanical Name | Lathyrus Latifolius |
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| Cold Hardiness | Zone 3 to 8 |
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| Common Name | Sweet Pea |
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| Days to Germination | 10 to 21 days |
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| Height | 6 to 9 ft |
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| Life Cycle | Perennial |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun to Part Shade |
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| Minimum Spacing | 12 in |
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| Net Content | 1 g |
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| Recommended Planting Time | Late Summer to Fall |
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| Type | Heirloom |
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