Indian pea · Fertilizing

Indian pea · Lathyrus sativus
Also known as: blue-flower'd lathyrus; chichling-vetch; chickling pea; chickling vetch; dogtooth pea; grass pea; khesari; Riga pea

Grow in full sun in moist but well-drained soil, and provide support or grow next to shrubs over which it can scramble. See sweetpea cultivation for further information.

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling