SPRING VETCHLING PEA 20 seeds. Lathyrus vernus fresh seeds

🌱 Lathyrus vernus — Spring Vetchling Pea

These seeds are from the botanical family Fabaceae, commonly known as the legume family. The Spring Vetchling Pea is a herbaceous perennial plant with key selling points including its beautiful flowers and ability to attract pollinators.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Spring Vetchling Pea has stems that are 25-50 cm long, erect, and glabrous. The leaves are composed of 2-3 pairs of leaflets, which are ovate or elliptical in shape, occasionally almost lanceolate, and long pointed. The plant produces pods that are 3.5-5 cm long, linear, and glabrous. It blooms in the spring, producing beautiful flowers that attract pollinators.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep and 5-10 cm apart in the spring or fall, with no pre-treatment required.
• Germination temperature is around 15-20°C, and germination time is approximately 1-3 weeks.
• The plant prefers well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize lightly during the growing season.
• The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-8 and has moderate frost tolerance.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Spring Vetchling Pea is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, meadows, and along streams. It typically grows in areas with rich soil and partial shade, and can be found at altitudes ranging from sea level to 1,500 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Spring Vetchling Pea has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, and is also a popular ingredient in salads and other dishes. It is a valuable food source for wildlife, and is often used as a cover crop to improve soil health. The plant is also known for its beautiful flowers, which are a popular choice for cut flower arrangements.