The Sweet Pea Variety Library

About the Sweet Pea Variety Library

The Sweet Pea Variety Library is an evolving archive documenting the remarkable diversity of Lathyrus odoratus cultivars grown throughout the world.

The collection includes historic Grandifloras prized for fragrance, exhibition Spencer varieties known for their waved blooms and long stems, and modern introductions from influential breeders including Dr. Keith Hammett.

Each listing records botanical classification, color characteristics, fragrance observations, flowering habit, breeder history, and other archival notes gathered through ongoing cultivation and research.

Use the filters below to explore sweet pea varieties by color family, fragrance, pattern, classification, and flowering type.