Beach pea (Lathyrus maritimus) , seeds from Marie-Victorin
Sea pea (Lathyrus maritimus) is an elegant perennial legume, perfect for coastal gardens and sandy environments. Its colourful flower clusters, reaching up to 10 cm long, add a touch of natural charm, while its foliage blueish adds a unique decorative interest. In addition to its aesthetics, this plant plays a crucial ecological role, partnering with sand ryegrass to stabilize sandbanks and preserve marine ecosystems.
Spread : 0.5 to 1 meter
Plant height : 0.3 to 0.6 meters
Quantity per pack : 15 seeds
Companion plants : sand rye, silene, sea eryngium
Enemy plants : none known
Hardiness zone : 3
Exposure : sun
Moisture : dry, sandy soil
Sowing Instructions : Soak the seeds in cooled boiled water for 5 minutes, then let them soak for 24 hours. Then mix the seeds with an equal volume of moist sand or vermiculite and place them in a plastic bag airtight. Leave them in the refrigerator for 30 days (cold stratification). Sow directly in the desired location as soon as the temperature becomes mild, or in the fall for natural germination the following spring or later.
Beach pea is an ideal choice for coastal gardens, offering beauty, hardiness and an essential ecological contribution. Its ability to stabilise sandy soils and withstand harsh conditions makes it a must-have plant for maritime areas and renaturalisation projects. .
