{"product_id":"25-texas-bluebonnet-lupine-seeds-lupinus-texensis-blue-wildflower-for-planting","title":"25 Texas Bluebonnet Lupine Seeds - Lupinus texensis Blue Wildflower for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eTexas Bluebonnet (\u003cem\u003eLupinus texensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is the iconic blue wildflower of Texas, prized for its dense spikes of deep blue, pea-like blooms tipped with white. This low-growing annual lupine creates striking drifts of color in wildflower meadows, roadside plantings, and pollinator gardens, and it pairs beautifully with other spring-blooming wildflowers. Its compact habit and vivid color make it a favorite for naturalized areas and seasonal garden displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTexas Bluebonnets are easy to recognize and rewarding to grow from seed when planted at the right time of year. They attract bees and other pollinators and are a classic choice for gardeners who want a native wildflower look with minimal long-term maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconic deep blue flower spikes with white tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, low-growing annual wildflower habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for meadows, borders, and naturalized plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Texas wildflower with strong seasonal appeal\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 texensis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual wildflower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil; tolerates lean, sandy, or rocky soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil moist during establishment, then allow to dry slightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-growing, compact rosette with upright flower spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants about 12 to 18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best results, sow Texas Bluebonnet seeds in fall in mild climates or in late winter to early spring in colder areas. Seeds have a hard coat, so scarification or soaking can help improve germination. Scatter seeds on the soil surface and press them in lightly, covering with a thin layer of soil. Keep the planting area evenly moist until seedlings emerge, then reduce watering as plants establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTexas Bluebonnets perform best in full sun and well-drained soil. Avoid overly rich or waterlogged sites, which can encourage weak growth. Once established, they require little care and will often self-sow, returning in future seasons when conditions are favorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Texas Bluebonnet Lupine (\u003cem\u003eLupinus texensis\u003c\/em\u003e) seeds for garden planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824609034550,"sku":"FOLIA2-736","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7432734470_jfjq.jpg?v=1793003612","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-texas-bluebonnet-lupine-seeds-lupinus-texensis-blue-wildflower-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}