Arroyo Lupine - Lupinus succulentus

Annual Open Pollinated. This lovely legume thrives naturally through much of California. Blue and white clusters of blue-violet, pea-like flowers occur on 6 spikes above palm-shaped leaves. Grows well in canyons, meadows, and garden beds. 1/4 lb covers approximately 1000 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 1' when plants reach 3" tall.

Flowers: Deer resistant. Blooms spring to summer
Attracts: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
Soil: Adaptable, tolerates clay soil
Native: California
USDA Zone: 3-10
Plant In: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/8"
Days to Germinate: 15-75 Days
Height At Maturity: 1-4'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Light Water
Bloom Season: Spring, Summer
Seeding Rate: Use 1/4 lb per 1,000 sq ft
Facts of Note: Full sun on well-drained or clay soil, quite adaptable, flower clusters on 6" spikes, plant seed in the fall in California and Arizona, early spring elsewhere, deer resistant
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 5,103

Features

Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
California Native
Drought Tolerant
Good for Naturalizing
Native
Open-Pollinated
Somewhat Drought Tolerant
Wildflower

Characteristics

Organic Status : 3 - 10

Bloom Season : Spring

Bloom Season : Summer

Flower Color : Blue

Flower Color : Purple

Flower Color : White

Growth Habit : Upright

Life Cycle : Annual

Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies

Plant Usage : Attracts Birds

Planting Time : Fall

Planting Time : Spring

Seed Unit Sizes : Bulk

Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Planting & Care

Loosen the top two inches of soil. Mix seed with 10 parts vermiculite. Broadcast this mix over the area to be planted. Compress soil and lightly cover with compost or straw.

Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

Lupine, Arroyo Blue (1/4 lb)