Lathyrus vernus

A delightful harbinger of spring, Lathyrus vernus (Spring Vetchling) brings early colour to the garden with its sprays of pinkish-purple flowers, which mature to blue as they age. This compact, clump-forming perennial reaches around 30-45cm in height and spreads 30cm, making it ideal for the front of a border or a woodland edge. Thriving in well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade, it is a low-maintenance plant that will return reliably each year. A favourite with early pollinators, its fresh green foliage remains attractive through summer, adding delicate texture to the garden.