Wild Lupine
Lupinus Perennis
Overview
The Wild Lupine (Lupinus perennis) is a perennial native boasting spires of vibrant blue to purple flowers. It thrives in USDA Zones 3 to 8, reaching 1 to 2 feet in height, with a spread of up to 1.5 feet. This sun-loving legume prefers well-drained, sandy soils, and adds nitrogen, beneficial for restoration projects. Ideal for wildflower gardens, it attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Blooms appear from late spring to early summer.
Sun FullWater LowZones 3–8Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 3–8
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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