{"product_id":"500mg-blue-lupine-seeds-perennial-lupinus-polyphyllus-wildflower","title":"500mg Blue Lupine Seeds - Perennial Lupinus polyphyllus Wildflower","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a hardy perennial wildflower prized for its tall, spiky clusters of blue to violet-blue pea-like flowers. These striking blooms rise above palm-shaped green foliage in late spring and early summer, creating a bold vertical accent in borders, meadows, and cottage gardens. As a pollinator-friendly plant, lupines attract bees and butterflies, making them a valuable addition to wildlife gardens and naturalized areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis offering provides 500mg of perennial blue lupine seeds, ready for planting. Lupines are well-suited to cool climates and can be grown as perennials in USDA zones 3-8. With proper care, they establish deep taproots and return year after year, gradually forming attractive colonies when allowed to self-seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial wildflower with tall spikes of blue to violet-blue blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePalm-shaped foliage adds texture to beds and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for meadow plantings, cottage gardens, and naturalized areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy in USDA zones 3-8\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 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\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-8\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 2-4 feet\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\u003eLupine seeds benefit from scarification and cold stratification to improve germination. Nick the seed coat with a file or sandpaper, then soak seeds in water for 24 hours before sowing. For best results, stratify seeds by placing them in a moist medium in the refrigerator for 4-6 weeks prior to planting. Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in early spring or fall. Press seeds into the soil surface and cover lightly with 1\/8 inch of soil, as light aids germination. Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge, which typically takes 14-30 days at 65-70°F (18-21°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce seedlings have developed several true leaves, transplant them to their permanent location after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 12-18 inches apart in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Lupines prefer cool temperatures and may struggle in hot, humid summers. Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms, or allow some flowers to go to seed for natural spread. In colder zones, provide winter protection with a mulch layer. Note: Lupine seeds and plants can be toxic if ingested; keep away from children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500mg of perennial blue lupine seeds (Lupinus polyphyllus).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824833757494,"sku":"FOLIA2-1377","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6553597769_idjg.jpg?v=1793004888","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/500mg-blue-lupine-seeds-perennial-lupinus-polyphyllus-wildflower","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}