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About the Variety

Lupines add tall flower spires and a classic cottage-garden silhouette to mixed borders. Choose a well-drained site and follow the seed-preparation directions on your packet.

Upright spires create vertical interest
Available in a wide range of colors
Choose the exact species for local conditions

Key Features

Tall Flower Spikes
Cottage Garden
Attracts Pollinators
Early-Season Color

Plant Details

Botanical Name	Lupinus spp.; species not specified
Life Cycle	Annual or perennial; species dependent
Seed Type	Confirm supplier
Light Requirement	Full sun to part shade; type dependent
Bloom Season	Spring through summer; type dependent
Growth Habit	Upright flower spires
Plant Height	Varies by species and cultivar
Plant Type	Pea-like flowers on spikes
Color	Mixed; blue, purple, pink, white, or yellow

Planting Information

Planting Season	Spring or fall, depending on climate and species. Sow in spring when conditions are cool, or in fall in suitable mild climates.
Sowing Method	Direct sowing is preferred to avoid disturbing the deep taproots. Alternatively, start seeds indoors 4–8 weeks before transplanting in deep seed-starting cells or biodegradable pots.
Planting Depth	Sow approximately ⅛–¼ inch (3–6 mm) deep. Cover seeds lightly with soil and maintain consistent moisture.
Water Needs	Water during establishment; provide good drainage
Plant Spacing	For tall ornamental lupines, space plants approximately 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) apart.
Hardiness Zones	Varies by species. Russell-type perennial lupines are commonly grown in USDA Zones 4–8 under suitable conditions; annual species have different requirements.
Germination	Common Russell-type lupines typically germinate in approximately 14–25 days at 65–75°F (18–24°C).
Seed Prep	Scarification or soaking may improve germination. Gently rub the hard seed coat with sandpaper or soak seeds in room-temperature water for 12–24 hours before sowing.

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FAQs

How do you ship?

Seeds ship after a handling period of 3-5 business days, with most orders arriving within 10-15 business days from there.
Once your order leaves our warehouse, you'll receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking — so you know exactly where things stand.

Are your products GMO?

All of our seedsare non-GMO. We've made that commitment as our Safe Seed Pledge.

Are your seeds treated?

Most of our seeds are untreated. Some varieties are coated with a fungicidal treatment to support germination and early establishment, particularly in challenging growing conditions. If a variety has been treated, it will be clearly noted on the product page and packaging.

How Should I Store Unused Seeds?

Our recommendation is to buy for the season you're planting. But if you have seed left over, proper storage keeps it viable longer than most people expect.

To store unused seeds:

1. Seal them in an airtight container or plastic bag to protect against moisture and insects
2. Keep them somewhere cool, dark, and dry — away from sunlight and humidity
3. Skip the refrigerator; fluctuating moisture is harder on seed than temperature

Stored well, most seeds hold through the following growing season with excellent results. Our seeds typically lose less than 5% of their viability per year under ideal conditions.

Not sure if older seed is still good? A quick germination test will tell you:

Moisten a paper towel, place 10 seeds on one half, fold it over, and seal it in a plastic bag or airtight container. Keep it in a warm location appropriate for the variety, and check periodically over the seed's normal germination period. Count how many sprout — 8 of 10 means roughly 80% viability. If the rate is low, you can often compensate by sowing more thickly. Just keep in mind this measures viability under ideal conditions, so actual garden performance can vary with soil, moisture, and weather.