Sea Pea (Lathyrus japonicus) – Native Coastal Vine
Common name: Beach pea, sea pea
Scientific name: Lathyrus japonicus
Locations: Coastal sandy dunes and salt marsh edges
Seasonality: Available March – October
Colors: Blue-green foliage with vibrant purple flowers
Size: Groundcover / low vine
Collected: By hand from native coastal habitats
Quantity: By the plant
This hardy native coastal legume is perfect for dune stabilization, native plant restoration, and pollinator support. Known for its salt tolerance and ability to thrive in poor sandy soils, beach pea is a low-maintenance choice for coastal landscaping projects and erosion control. Sustainably hand-collected and ideal for transplanting or ecological education.
Common name: Beach pea, sea pea
Scientific name: Lathyrus japonicus
Locations: Coastal sandy dunes and salt marsh edges
Seasonality: Available March – October
Colors: Blue-green foliage with vibrant purple flowers
Size: Groundcover / low vine
Collected: By hand from native coastal habitats
Quantity: By the plant
This hardy native coastal legume is perfect for dune stabilization, native plant restoration, and pollinator support. Known for its salt tolerance and ability to thrive in poor sandy soils, beach pea is a low-maintenance choice for coastal landscaping projects and erosion control. Sustainably hand-collected and ideal for transplanting or ecological education.
Common name: Beach pea, sea pea
Scientific name: Lathyrus japonicus
Locations: Coastal sandy dunes and salt marsh edges
Seasonality: Available March – October
Colors: Blue-green foliage with vibrant purple flowers
Size: Groundcover / low vine
Collected: By hand from native coastal habitats
Quantity: By the plant
This hardy native coastal legume is perfect for dune stabilization, native plant restoration, and pollinator support. Known for its salt tolerance and ability to thrive in poor sandy soils, beach pea is a low-maintenance choice for coastal landscaping projects and erosion control. Sustainably hand-collected and ideal for transplanting or ecological education.
