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Tree Lupine

Lupinus Arboreus

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Overview

Tree Lupine (Lupinus arboreus) - A vigorous evergreen shrub, reaching up to 7 feet tall and wide, flourishing in USDA zones 7-10. It exhibits gray-green foliage and spires of yellow to blue-purple flowers in spring and summer. Prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Its rapid growth and nitrogen-fixing ability enrich soils, but beware of its invasiveness in certain regions. Ideal for coastal settings and erosion control.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–8Climate Arid
Tree Lupine (Lupinus Arboreus) — Tree Lupine (Lupinus arboreus) - A vigorous evergreen shrub

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid

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Photos (78)

Tree Lupine (Lupinus Arboreus) — It thrives in well-drained soils and once established; it features palmate leaves that are typically made up of 5, image 72
Tree Lupine (Lupinus Arboreus) — exhibits considerable drought tolerance; as well as its potential to self-seed prolifically, image 73
Tree Lupine (Lupinus Arboreus) — ensuring it complements the intended aesthetic and functional aspects of the landscape; flourishing in USDA zones, image 78
Tree Lupine (Lupinus Arboreus) — Regular maintenance and pruning can manage its spread and shape, image 77
Tree Lupine (Lupinus Arboreus) — consider its growth habit and space requirements; it stands out as a dynamic player in landscape designs, blending, image 75
Tree Lupine (Lupinus Arboreus) — as well as its potential to self-seed prolifically; radiating outwards in a circular pattern, image 76

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