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Lotus tetragonolobus
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Asparagus peaAnnualFamily: Fabaceae
- Height: 50cmSpread: 75cm
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Soil
Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Asparagus pea, Lotus tetragonolobus, is a sprawling, bushy Mediterranean annual grown for its pretty red flowers and edible, four-winged pods. The young pods ripen in July/August and have the mild flavour and consistency of asparagus. Don't eat pods larger than 2.5cm, which are tough and unpalatable.
For best results grow Lotus tetragonolobus in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Raise plants from seed indoors in spring and plant out after all risk of frost has passed.
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Lotus ‘Tetragonolobus’ and wildlife
Lotus ‘Tetragonolobus’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Lotus ‘Tetragonolobus’ poisonous?
Lotus ‘Tetragonolobus’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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