Lathyrus latifolius - P9

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * very beautiful in containers

Growth habit
Climbing.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
Sowing outdoors: From March to June.

Care
- This perennial should be cut back in autumn/late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel up. - Nets, rods or trellises - many materials are suitable as climbing aids for delicate climbing plants. However, it is important that the main shoots of the plants are securely attached.

Flower
Lathyrus latifolius forms butterfly-shaped, pink-coloured flowers from June.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Group planting, containers, privacy screen, pruning, bee pasture, façade, woodland edge, balcony/patio, small/front garden