- Annual to 30cm
- Red flowers
- Asparagus Pea
Description
'Winged Pea' seeds
Lotus tetragonolobus
Synonyms: Tetragonolobus purpureus
- Annual to 30cm
- Red flowers
- Asparagus Pea
Annual trailing plant with compact low spreading habit to 30cm. Common in Mediterranean climates this low growing plant produces deep red flowers followed by small winged shaped seed pods. Pods should be harvested when 2cm long and can be eaten raw or cooked and have an asparagus-like flavour. Also known as "Asparagus Pea" or "Winged Lotus". Roasted seeds are often used as coffee substitute.
Culinary use
Seeds per gram: 27
Product code: D8-18
Best Months to Sow
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| Arid |
Quick Sowing Guide
| Method | Raise seedlings |
|---|---|
| Sowing Depth | 20mm |
| Season | Spring to early summer |
| Germination | 7-21 days @ 15-20°C |
| Hardiness / Life Cycle | Half hardy Annual |
| Row Spacing | 100cm |
| Plant Spacing | 20cm |
| Plant Height | 30cm |
| Position | Full sun, moist soil |
| Days Until Maturity | 60-80 days |
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How To Grow
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| Small seed packets ONLY - | Economy Delivery | $3.00 or FREE on orders over $25 | $5 |
| Parcel Delivery | Capped rate of $8.99 | ||
| Express Delivery | $15.00 | ||
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Express Delivery |
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