LUPINUS polyphyllus (Russell Lupine)

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This perennial flowering plant, ‘Lupine Russel’ will establish a deep root system within the first growing season. Very striking, bold upright spikes are dense with pea-like flowers in intense blues to creams. Best place at the back of the border for cutting or naturalizing. Attractive Foliage and prefers cool weather....
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This perennial flowering plant, ‘Lupine Russel’ will establish a deep root system within the first growing season. Very striking, bold upright spikes are dense with pea-like flowers in intense blues to creams. Best place at the back of the border for cutting or naturalizing. Attractive Foliage and prefers cool weather. Colorful blooms call to be cut and brought inside for summer arrangements. Almost all garden lupines today are hybrids of the true Russell hybrids due to their ease of cross pollinating.

Number of Seeds Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.)
1OZ 1,250 69
1/4LB 5,000 275
1/2LB 10,000 550
1LB 20,000 1,100
5LB 100,000 5,500

Scientific Name: Lupinus Polyphyllus

Common Name: Russell Lupine

Plant Type: Perennial 

Family: Fabaceae 

Native Range: North America from British Columbia and Alberta south to California, East

Height:  12-36 "

Spread: 18-24 "

Habitat: Shaded Habitats, Oak Savanna and Pine Barrens 

Zone: USDA Hardiness Zone 3-7

Exposure: Full Sun, Tolerate some shade 

Blooming Season: Spring, Summer

Attracts:  Humming Birds 

Resistant: Deer Resistant 

Flower Color: Shades of purple, blue, pink, red, white, yellow and other exciting bi-colors 

Moisture: Plentiful Moisture

Water Requirement: Normal watering required 

Soil Type: Well-drained, Dry and sandy soil 

Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral 

Uses: Ornamental uses, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers 

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