Spring Vetchling (Lathyrus Vernus) is a perennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A perennial herbaceous plant with dense clumps of pointed leaves and showy purple to pink pea-like flowers in early spring.

Spring Vetchling

Spring Vetchling

Lathyrus Vernus

A perennial herbaceous plant with dense clumps of pointed leaves and showy purple to pink pea-like flowers in early spring.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, chalky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:early spring interest, pollinator support, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spring Vetchling

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
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Oct
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Dec
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Lathyrus