Grow a beautiful and ecologically important native wildflower with our Perennial Lupine seeds. This hardy heirloom is celebrated for its stately spires of beautiful, pea-like flowers in shades of blue and lavender. Lupinus perennis is a crucial plant for a healthy ecosystem; it enriches the soil by fixing nitrogen and serves as the exclusive host plant for the caterpillars of the endangered Karner Blue butterfly, as well as other native pollinators. It is a perfect choice for wildflower meadows and naturalized garden areas.
ā What you'll love
- A crucial host plant for the caterpillars of several butterfly species.
- Beautiful, tall spires of lovely blue and lavender flowers.
- A hardy North American native wildflower that is very low-maintenance.
- Improves soil health by naturally fixing nitrogen.
šæ Seed details
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Plant Name: Perennial Lupine (Lupinus perennis)
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Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
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Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
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Lifecycle: Perennial
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Height: 1-2 feet
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Days to Maturity: Blooms in the second year from seed.
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USDA Zone: 3-9
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Origin: American Grown
š± Growing instructions
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Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period.
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Soaking & Stratification: For spring planting, scarify seeds by nicking the hard seed coat or soaking in water for 24 hours. Then, a 7-14 day period of cold stratification is recommended.
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Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
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Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
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Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
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Soil: Prefers sandy, acidic, well-draining soil.
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Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
š Shipping
- FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
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