Beach Pea

Lathyrus japonicus

Feeds the food chain

A larval host plant. The caterpillars it raises are the primary food source for baby songbirds.

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About Beach Pea

Beach Pea is a native vine. It puts out purple & pink blooms from June to August. Does best in full sun with dry to moist soil. Deer tend to leave it alone.

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