Also known as Vetch · 32 saves
Vicia
Vicia, the genus most gardeners know as vetch. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 2 most-saved Vicia varieties
Species of Vicia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Vicia in Sow
Save the Vicia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Vicia questions
How many types of Vicia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Vicia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 32 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Vicia grow in?
Across its varieties, Vicia covers USDA Zones 4–7. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Vicia bloom?
Most Vicia varieties bloom in early summer, spring to early summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Vicia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.