Marsh vetchling
Lathyrus palustris
Marsh vetchling is a scrambling perennial wildflower that thrives in moist to wet soils, making it excellent for rain gardens, pond margins, or naturalized wet meadows. It produces attractive purple-pink pea-like flowers that are highly attractive to bees and butterflies. Provide a support structure or neighboring plants for it to climb, and ensure the soil does not dry out completely between waterings.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
peat
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days During Growing Season • Water Thoroughly To Keep Soil Evenly Moist; Tolerates Brief Wet Periods But Avoid Prolonged Drought
Soil pH
6 – 7
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 30, 2018 by Steve Orridge (cc-by-sa)
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