David Austin Rose vs Sweet Pea

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

David Austin Rose

Rosa 'Graham Thomas'

Rosaceae · flowers

Medium Maintenance

Sweet Pea

Lathyrus odoratus

Fabaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantMedium Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

David Austin Rose (Zones 5-10)

Sweet Pea (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–10

Detailed Comparison

Feature	David Austin Rose	Sweet Pea
Scientific Name	Rosa 'Graham Thomas'	Lathyrus odoratus
Family	Rosaceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	5'	6'
Spread	4'	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow	Mixed
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Hybrid (England)	Italy, Sicily
Maintenance	Medium	Medium

Special Traits

David Austin Rose

No — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Sweet Pea

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

David Austin Rose

✓Prune to shape in late winter.
✓Benefits from regular feeding.
✓Provide good air circulation.
✓Can be trained as a short climber on pillar or wall.

Sweet Pea

✓Soak seeds overnight before planting.
✓Provide trellis or netting.
✓Pick flowers frequently to prolong bloom.
✓Needs cool weather — plant early spring or fall in warm areas.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.

Choose Sweet Pea if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–10. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea grow in the same hardiness zone?

David Austin Rose grows in USDA zones 5-10, while Sweet Pea grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 10.

Do David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea have the same sun and water needs?

David Austin Rose needs full sun and medium water, while Sweet Pea needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, David Austin Rose or Sweet Pea?

Sweet Pea grows taller at 6' compared to David Austin Rose at 5'. Sweet Pea spreads 1' while David Austin Rose spreads 4'.

Are David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea deer resistant?

Sweet Pea is deer resistant, but David Austin Rose is not. If deer are a concern, Sweet Pea is the better choice, or protect David Austin Rose with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, David Austin Rose or Sweet Pea?

Both David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea have medium maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	David Austin Rose	Sweet Pea
Scientific Name	Rosa 'Graham Thomas'	Lathyrus odoratus
Family	Rosaceae	Fabaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	5'	6'
Spread	4'	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Spring-Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow	Mixed
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	Hybrid (England)	Italy, Sicily
Maintenance	Medium	Medium

Care Tips

David Austin Rose

✓Prune to shape in late winter.
✓Benefits from regular feeding.
✓Provide good air circulation.
✓Can be trained as a short climber on pillar or wall.

Sweet Pea

✓Soak seeds overnight before planting.
✓Provide trellis or netting.
✓Pick flowers frequently to prolong bloom.
✓Needs cool weather — plant early spring or fall in warm areas.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.

Choose Sweet Pea if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–10. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea grow in the same hardiness zone?

David Austin Rose grows in USDA zones 5-10, while Sweet Pea grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 10.

Do David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea have the same sun and water needs?

David Austin Rose needs full sun and medium water, while Sweet Pea needs full sun and medium water. They share similar growing requirements and can be planted in the same bed.

Which grows taller, David Austin Rose or Sweet Pea?

Sweet Pea grows taller at 6' compared to David Austin Rose at 5'. Sweet Pea spreads 1' while David Austin Rose spreads 4'.

Are David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea deer resistant?

Sweet Pea is deer resistant, but David Austin Rose is not. If deer are a concern, Sweet Pea is the better choice, or protect David Austin Rose with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, David Austin Rose or Sweet Pea?

Both David Austin Rose and Sweet Pea have medium maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.