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Lathyrus Sphaericus Seeds - Pea Flower Seeds for Garden

Lathyrus Sphaericus Seeds - Pea Flower Seeds for Garden

$16.59 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds in early spring after frost danger has passed.


Sow at or just below soil surface in a sunny location.


Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings emerge.

How to Grow


Water moderately; avoid waterlogged conditions.


Use well-drained, fertile soil.


Grow in full sun for best flowering.

Tips

Ideal for rock gardens and sunny borders.


Deadhead spent blooms to encourage flowering.


Combine with other dwarf annuals for colorful displays.

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Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Annual

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

narrow linear leaves

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Lathyrus Sphaericus Seeds - Pea Flower Seeds for Garden
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open-pollinated flower seeds

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Herbaceous flowering plant

Lathyrus sphaericus, also known as round-pea or a rare vetchling, is an annual herb in the pea family (Fabaceae). It produces charming orange-red flowers on slender stems with narrow paired leaves. Native to Mediterranean and sub-Mediterranean regions, it prefers warm and sunny sites with well-drained soil. Though uncommon in cultivation, this species adds rare garden appeal and vibrant floral interest to borders, rockeries, and mixed beds

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

15–30 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Full Sun

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

Zones 7–10

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

15–25 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Shallow sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained fertile soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000199666

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Lathyrus sphaericus different from ornamental sweet peas?

It is a botanical species valued for its natural growth habit rather than large ornamental flower clusters.

Can this plant be used in habitat-style gardens?

Yes. It blends well into meadow plantings and naturalistic landscapes.

Which plants pair well with Lathyrus sphaericus?

Native grasses, campanulas, yarrow, hardy geraniums, and scabiosa create harmonious combinations.

Does it benefit from nearby plant support?

Yes. Slender stems may naturally lean on surrounding plants for additional support.

Can seed pods remain on the plant for visual interest?

Yes. Mature seed pods can provide texture after the flowering season.

Do the flowers attract pollinators?

The blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.