Lupine Russell Prize Mix
Lupinus polyphyllus
Heirloom lupine seeds come in a range of colors including cream, pink, purple, and blue. Masses of petals bloom on tall spikes begin to bloom in June and the blooms last for no more than 3 weeks. Stiff stems add height to gardens or floral arrangements. Flowers attract a variety of pollinators, and readily reseed.
Seed Count: approximately 25 seeds
Plant Height: 12-24”
Light Requirements: full sun, partial shade
Soil Preference: rich, moist, well-draining soil
USDA Zones: 3-9 (perennial)
How to Grow
Germination: 14-21 days at 65-75F
Seeding Depth: 1/4” depth, darkness aids germination, scarify and soak seeds
Plant Spacing: 12-14”
Days to Maturity: 365 days
Early-Season Seeding: Starting seeds indoors 4-8 weeks before planting out. Plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Direct seed in early-spring as soon as soil can be worked.
Late-Season Seeding: Direct seed in early fall.
Growing Tips: The seed must be scarified (scratched) and then soaked for 24 hours to enhance germination. Do not wait to transplant as roots do not tolerate being transplanted. Plants can develop powdery mildew in late summer after blooming and can be trimmed back. Remove flowers after blooming to prevent re-seeding.
Cut Flower: Harvest when 80% of the florets on a stem are open. Allowing flowers to be open for too long and pollinated by bees will cause a shorter vase-life.
Photo by @shroom_momma
Lupinus polyphyllus
Heirloom lupine seeds come in a range of colors including cream, pink, purple, and blue. Masses of petals bloom on tall spikes begin to bloom in June and the blooms last for no more than 3 weeks. Stiff stems add height to gardens or floral arrangements. Flowers attract a variety of pollinators, and readily reseed.
Seed Count: approximately 25 seeds
Plant Height: 12-24”
Light Requirements: full sun, partial shade
Soil Preference: rich, moist, well-draining soil
USDA Zones: 3-9 (perennial)
How to Grow
Germination: 14-21 days at 65-75F
Seeding Depth: 1/4” depth, darkness aids germination, scarify and soak seeds
Plant Spacing: 12-14”
Days to Maturity: 365 days
Early-Season Seeding: Starting seeds indoors 4-8 weeks before planting out. Plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Direct seed in early-spring as soon as soil can be worked.
Late-Season Seeding: Direct seed in early fall.
Growing Tips: The seed must be scarified (scratched) and then soaked for 24 hours to enhance germination. Do not wait to transplant as roots do not tolerate being transplanted. Plants can develop powdery mildew in late summer after blooming and can be trimmed back. Remove flowers after blooming to prevent re-seeding.
Cut Flower: Harvest when 80% of the florets on a stem are open. Allowing flowers to be open for too long and pollinated by bees will cause a shorter vase-life.
Photo by @shroom_momma
Lupinus polyphyllus
Heirloom lupine seeds come in a range of colors including cream, pink, purple, and blue. Masses of petals bloom on tall spikes begin to bloom in June and the blooms last for no more than 3 weeks. Stiff stems add height to gardens or floral arrangements. Flowers attract a variety of pollinators, and readily reseed.
Seed Count: approximately 25 seeds
Plant Height: 12-24”
Light Requirements: full sun, partial shade
Soil Preference: rich, moist, well-draining soil
USDA Zones: 3-9 (perennial)
How to Grow
Germination: 14-21 days at 65-75F
Seeding Depth: 1/4” depth, darkness aids germination, scarify and soak seeds
Plant Spacing: 12-14”
Days to Maturity: 365 days
Early-Season Seeding: Starting seeds indoors 4-8 weeks before planting out. Plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Direct seed in early-spring as soon as soil can be worked.
Late-Season Seeding: Direct seed in early fall.
Growing Tips: The seed must be scarified (scratched) and then soaked for 24 hours to enhance germination. Do not wait to transplant as roots do not tolerate being transplanted. Plants can develop powdery mildew in late summer after blooming and can be trimmed back. Remove flowers after blooming to prevent re-seeding.
Cut Flower: Harvest when 80% of the florets on a stem are open. Allowing flowers to be open for too long and pollinated by bees will cause a shorter vase-life.
Photo by @shroom_momma