Popular wildflower along Maine roadways in the early summer.
Spectacular spires in shades of deep blue to purple. These hardy perennials are long-lived and require very little maintenance. The flowers look great in a meadow or garden, as well as bouquets. We do not recommend transplanting lupines once they are established. Hardiness zones: 4-8. Ht. 30-36". Avg. 1,300 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Plant Cycle: (P) Days to Maturity or Bloom: 365
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Lupine
GERMINATION: 14-21 days at 65-75ºF (18-24ºC).
CULTURE: Indoors - 6-8 weeks before planting out. Soak overnight or scarify prior to sowing 2-3 seeds directly into packs or containers. Darkness aids germination. Thin. Transplant out in early spring. Outdoors - When soil can be worked.
GROWING ON: Roots are fragile; do not delay planting.
LIGHT/SOIL: Full sun to partial shade; average, slightly acid soil.
SPACING: 18-24". Plant where they will be left undisturbed.
USE: Cut flower, borders, masses, cottage gardens, meadows.
HARVEST: 80% of blooms on spike are open.
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Considered a wildflower Variety is a Wildflowers type. |
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Good for cut flowers and bouquets Good variety to choose for fresh cut Flowers displays. |
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Heirloom HL = Heirloom. Seeds which have been saved over many years and passed down, in original form, from generation to generation. |
