Name: Clitoria ternatea (Blue Pea Vine, Butterfly Pea)

Average Landscape Size: 6–10 ft climbing vine; annual in our climate

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; blooms best in full sun

Water Needs: Moderate; regular watering for continuous blooming

Deer Resistance: Moderate

Cold Hardiness: Annual in our area; plant after last frost in spring

Fertilization & Pruning: Monthly liquid fertilizer; pinch growing tips to encourage branching

This Blue Pea Vine is absolutely incredible! It explodes with growth once Houston-area weather warms up, climbing 6 to 10 feet in a single season with the most stunning bright blue butterfly flowers. The flowers are actually edible and make beautiful blue tea! Plant it after our last frost and it'll bloom continuously until first freeze. Butterflies and hummingbirds love it, and the vigorous growth will transform your trellis in just weeks!