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Meadow Lupine

Lupinus Polyphyllus

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Overview

Meadow Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a perennial wildflower, showcasing tall spires of blue to purple blossoms. Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it reaches 3-4 feet high and 18-24 inches wide. This sun-loving legume prefers well-drained soil, enhances nitrogen levels, and attracts pollinators. Plant in clusters for a stunning spring display. Essential for a naturalistic design element or as an accent in meadow-inspired landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 6–9Type AnnualClimate Mediterranean
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Meadow Lupine is often lauded for its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Meadow Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a perennial wildflower; this sun-loving legume prefers well-drained, image 141
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — This species thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9; this sun-loving legume prefers well-drained soil, image 97
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — preferring slightly acidic to neutral pH levels
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Meadow Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a perennial wildflower; this sun-loving legume prefers well-drained, image 169
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Standing proud at around 3 to 5 feet in height; with a spread of approximately 1 to 2 feet, image 178
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — adding a splash of color to any garden landscape; this sun-loving legume prefers well-drained soil, enhances, image 121
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — with a spread of approximately 1 to 2 feet
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — annual for full; the Meadow Lupine is a splendid addition that promises to captivate the eye and benefit the, image 112
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — preferring slightly acidic to neutral pH levels; this sun-loving legume prefers well-drained soil, enhances, image 101
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Standing proud at around 3 to 5 feet in height; with a spread of approximately 1 to 2 feet, image 122
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — making it a versatile choice for many climate conditions.<br><br>Equipped with palmately compound leaves, image 70
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — it creates a striking vertical accent
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — blue and lavender and pink and purple flowers in the garden
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it reaches 3-4 feet high and 18-24 inches wide; this plant does require adequate, image 59
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — This species thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9; this sun-loving legume prefers well-drained soil, image 69
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — particularly in dry spells; the Meadow Lupine is a splendid addition that promises to captivate the eye and benefit the
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — This plant does require adequate space to flourish due to its bushy habit; with a spread of approximately 1 to 2 feet
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — adding a splash of color to any garden landscape; this sun-loving legume prefers well-drained soil, enhances, image 65
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — with a spread of approximately 1 to 2 feet; this plant does require adequate space to flourish due to its, image 67
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — annual for full; the Meadow Lupine is a splendid addition that promises to captivate the eye and benefit the, image 168
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — annual with blue and lavender and pink and purple blooms; this plant does require adequate space to flourish, image 167
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — Standing proud at around 3 to 5 feet in height; with a spread of approximately 1 to 2 feet, image 94
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — it creates a striking vertical accent; the Meadow Lupine is a splendid addition that promises to captivate, image 96
Meadow Lupine (Lupinus Polyphyllus) — the Meadow Lupine is a splendid addition that promises to captivate the eye and benefit the garden, image 81
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