Add Lupinus polyphyllus 'Lupini Blue Shades' to your garden when you want classic lupine flower spikes in a compact size. This selection (often sold as Bigleaf Lupine 'Lupini Blue Shades') produces upright clusters of pea-like blooms in blue-purple and white tones, giving you bold vertical color without taking up much space. With a mature size of about 8-12 inches tall and a 10-14 inch spread, it fits neatly into mixed borders, small beds, and patio containers.

For best performance, plant it where it will receive full sun to partial shade. Choose soil that drains well and stays evenly moist, and aim for slightly acidic conditions if possible. Water regularly while it establishes, then keep an eye on moisture during warm or windy weather so the root zone does not dry out completely. A light mulch helps moderate temperature swings and keeps the soil surface from crusting over.

As the flower spikes fade, deadhead to keep the planting tidy and encourage more bloom. In windy sites, a discreet support can help keep stems upright. After the growing season, cut back spent stems and refresh mulch for winter. Like many lupines, it can be visited by pollinators and is generally less appealing to deer and rabbits, but it is best to treat all plant parts as not for eating and keep seeds away from pets and children.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-8 (-30 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Mature height: 8-12"
• Spread: 10-14"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Rabbits
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds

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