- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 8 - 12 Inches
- Mature Spread 10 - 14 Inches
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
Blue Shades Lupine features tall spikes of blue, blue-violet, and ivory pea-like flowers, along with green palmate leaves. Attracting butterflies and bees with its lovely blooms, Lupinus polyphyllus 'Lupini Blue Shades’ flowers from the beginning to the middle of summer. In addition to its superb flowers and foliage, this herbaceous perennial also fixes nitrogen and improves soil fertility. Cold hardy in zones 4-8, this adaptable, low-maintenance ornamental adds vivid color, texture, and height to landscapes across the US. It is a dwarf variety and grows easily in containers to add drama to smaller spaces such as patios and decks.
Native to North America, Blue Shades Lupine grows in a medium, upright, mound. It is deer and rabbit resistant and drought tolerant once established. Plant Blue Shades with other perennials in mixed borders, or “paint” a blue swath by planting en masse in beds. Create focal interest by using this plant as a thriller in a container with petunias and allium. Its compact size, high-volume color, and adaptability make it the perfect choice for gardeners wanting to enhance pollinator, rock, cutting, and cottage gardens.
Blue Shades Lupine Care
Plant Blue Shades during spring in full sun to partial shade. Blue Shades Lupine thrives in moist, rich soil that’s slightly acidic and drains well. Improve poorly draining and nutrient-deficient soil with compost. This perennial requires one inch of water per week. To reduce water loss in sunnier locations, apply an inch or two of mulch. Apply a low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring to support blooming.
To encourage continued flowering, deadhead old, faded blooms. Cut back all growth to an inch or two above the soil and mulch during autumn to prepare for winter.
For container plants, water deeply when the top one to two inches of soil are dry, and apply a low-nitrogen (1-3-1) liquid fertilizer designed for tomatoes.
Blue Shades Lupine Spacing
Space plants 10-14 inches apart in borders and beds. To attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, plant Blue Shades in a pollinator garden with catmint, verbena, bee balm, borage, and lavender. To create charming bouquets, trim Blue Shades Lupine’s stems and mix them with lilies, roses, and daisies. The tall blue-violet spikes of flowers give the bouquet height and shape.
Blue Shades Lupine Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 8 - 12 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 10 - 14 Inches |
| Spacing: 10 - 14 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Blue, Purple, White |
| Flower Description: Blue, Purple, and White Shades |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Blue Shades Lupine |
| Other Name(s): Blue lupine, wild lupine, native lupine, sundial lupine |
| Scientific Name: Lupinus p. lupini 'Blue Shades' |
- SKU:
- 1231012275-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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