Plant Type: Vines
Climate Zones: Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Full Sun, Part Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer
Average Height: 3-4'
Soil Type: Lean/Poor Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Well-Drained
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Bees, Attracts Pollinators
Native Plants: Non-Native
Colors: Purple
Other: Edible
Lathyrus tuberosus, also known as tuberous pea, is a perennial vine that produces attractive purple flowers in late spring to early summer. It’s ideal for trellises and fences, and its tuberous roots are edible, adding a unique feature to the garden.