Deer Pea Vetch (Vicia Ludoviciana) is a annual vine in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Vicia ludoviciana is an annual twining herb or vine in the pea family that uses tendrils to climb surrounding vegetation.

Deer Pea Vetch

Deer Pea Vetch

Vicia Ludoviciana

Vicia ludoviciana is an annual twining herb or vine in the pea family that uses tendrils to climb surrounding vegetation.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:nitrogen fixer, forage, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Deer Pea Vetch

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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:Vicia