Plant family: Papilionaceae

Genus: Lupinus

Species: Perennis

 1.25 G packet

Plant type: Perennial

Colors: Medium blue, violet

Bloom time: Late spring - early summer

Texture: Medium

Growth rate: Fast

Height: 12" - 24"

Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, rich soil with a ph of 5.5 - 7.5.

Care: Plant established plants 12" -18" apart. For best effect plant 6 or more in a group. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Stop feeding 6 - 8 weeks prior to first frost. Apply 3 inches of vegetative mulch around plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Dead head to keep plants neat, encourage rebloomung and prevent self seeding. Remove plant after first frost.

Pests and diseases: Aphids, Powdery mildew, slugs, Crown rot, Southern blight, Downy mildew, rust, stem rot.

Propagation: Sow seeds directly into garden in the fall or sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost. Soak seeds in water for 24 hours prior to planting.  Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and cover to a depth of 1/8". Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.