{"product_id":"25-gallery-red-lupine-seeds-lupinus-polyphyllus-compact-perennial-for-cottage-pollinator-gardens","title":"25 Gallery Red Lupine Seeds - Lupinus polyphyllus Compact Perennial for Cottage \u0026 Pollinator Gardens","description":"\u003cp\u003eGallery Red Lupine is a compact perennial known for its striking spikes of vibrant red flowers that rise above palmate green foliage. This variety is a standout in cottage gardens, mixed borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, attracting bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich blooms. Its relatively short stature makes it suitable for smaller gardens and container planting, while its bold color adds a dramatic vertical accent to any planting scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, Gallery Red Lupine offers a rewarding gardening experience. The plants form neat clumps and bloom reliably in late spring to early summer, especially when deadheaded after the first flush. Whether planted en masse or as a focal point, these lupines bring charm and ecological value to temperate gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant red flower spikes on compact plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial in USDA zones 4-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for cottage gardens and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelatively low-maintenance once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lupinus polyphyllus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, slightly acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Gallery Red Lupine seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in early spring after danger of frost has passed. Scarify seeds by nicking the seed coat or soaking in warm water for 24 hours to improve germination. Press seeds into the soil surface and cover lightly with 1\/8 inch of soil, as light aids germination. Keep soil consistently moist at 65-70°F (18-21°C); germination typically occurs in 14-30 days. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant to individual pots or into the garden after hardening off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency as plants mature. Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms and prevent self-seeding if desired. In hot climates, provide afternoon shade. Lupines benefit from a light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring. Avoid disturbing the taproot when transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Gallery Red Lupine seeds (Lupinus polyphyllus).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824613851446,"sku":"FOLIA2-758","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7476362105_oxxw.jpg?v=1793003652","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-gallery-red-lupine-seeds-lupinus-polyphyllus-compact-perennial-for-cottage-pollinator-gardens","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}