Sweet Pea
Basic Sweet Pea Flower Information
Common Names
Sweet Pea
Scientific Name
Genus species Lathyrus odoratus
Family Fabaceae
History
With more than 260 varieties in cultivation, sweet peas come in a broad color range, including white, purple, pink, lavender and red.
Sweet Pea Flower Meaning
Good-bye, departure, blissful pleasure, thank you for a lovely time.
Astrological Flowers
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20)
Birth Month Flower
April
Floral Design Qualities For Sweet Peas
Type Of Use: Flower
Form: Filler/Form
Fragrance: Strong
Line: N/A
Silhouette: Open / Oval
Blossom Texture: Satin
Stem Size: 3″ – 6”
Blossom Size: 3 – 6”
Vase Life: 3 – 7 Days
Sweet Pea Design Uses
Soft fragrance and delicate appearance makes sweet pea attractive in dainty arrangements and bridal design
Sweet Pea Flower Colors
Reds, Oranges, Yellows/Greens, Red/Purples, Purples, Whites/Ivories, Pinks
Blooming Seasons
Spring
General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
