Perennial Lupine - Lupinus perennis

Perennial Open Pollinated. Blue-Purple perennial lupine blooms in summer and returns each year. Lupine is a member of the pea family, and like its cousins lupine fixes atmospheric nitrogen into the soil. Pack covers approximately 10 sq ft if broadcast.

Flowers: Deer resistant. Blooms in spring
Attracts: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
Soil: Prefers slightly acidic, well drained soil
Native: Eastern US
USDA Zone: 3-9
Plant In: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/8"
Days to Germinate: 15-20 Days
Height At Maturity: 2'-3'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Partial Sun
Water Needs: Moderate Water
Bloom Season: Spring, Summer
Seeding Rate: Use 125 seeds per sq ft
Facts of Note: Sun or part shade, moist, well-drained soil and cool nights, self-sows, dense flower spikes to 2'-3'
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 142

Features

Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fixes Nitrogen
Good Cut Flower
Good for Naturalizing
Open-Pollinated
Requires Summer Water
Wildflower

Characteristics

Organic Status : 3 - 9

Bloom Season : Spring

Bloom Season : Summer

Flower Color : Blue

Flower Color : Purple

Growth Habit : Upright

Life Cycle : Perennial

Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies

Plant Usage : Attracts Birds

Plant Usage : Ornamental

Planting Time : Fall

Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack

Sun Requirements : Full Sun/Part Sun

Planting & Care

To aid germination, soak for 24 hours or scarify coat. Plant 1/8" deep directly in loose garden soil. Thin to 1' when plants reach 3 tall. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming.

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, Perennial (pack)