Spring vetch
Vicia lathyroides
Spring vetch is a low-maintenance annual legume best suited to outdoor gardens and naturalized areas with partial shade. Water regularly during dry spells but ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. It fixes nitrogen in the soil, making it a useful companion plant in vegetable and wildflower gardens.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Lightly To Keep Soil Moderately Moist; Avoid Waterlogging
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 1, 2022 by Benito Soto Fernando (cc-by-sa)
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