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Red Shades Lupine

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  • Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 8 - 12 Inches
  • Mature Spread 10 - 14 Inches
  • Growing Zones 4 - 8
  • Use As A Thriller In Containers

Looking for a compact plant that still offers luscious, full-sized flowers? The Red Shades Lupine is the perennial for you. This dwarf selection, known scientifically as Lupinus p. Lupini ‘Red Shades’, features the recognizable pea-like lupine flowers in shades of light pink and red. The colorful blooms appear above narrow, blue-green, palmate foliage beginning in early summer.

Lupines are attractive to pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds, but also deer resistant.  Grow several Red Shades in one area for an attractive mass planting. The compact form of this cultivar makes it an excellent candidate for mixed perennial plantings or borders. It is also a suitable selection for rock gardens and container growing.

Red Shades Lupine Care

Red Shades Lupine grows best in full sun to light shade. It prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter and slightly acidic. Consider working peat or ample compost into the planting site if the soil pH may be too high. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the plant to keep the roots cool in summer and provide protection in winter. 

Snip off faded flowers to encourage a rebloom. Lupines have a long tap root, so division does not work well, but it is possible to remove and replant side shoots in the spring. Cut the plant back in early spring to remove winter kill. 

Red Shades Lupine Spacing

The Red Shades Lupine grows just 8 to 12 inches tall with a spread of 10 to 14 inches. Plant each lupine a minimum of 8 inches away from other plants. If growing the lupine in a container, choose a pot with a diameter of at least 10 inches. 

Red Shades Lupine Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 8 - 12 Inches
Mature Spread: 10 - 14 Inches
Spacing: 10 - 14 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Red
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Rabbit
Tolerates: Salt
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role: Thriller
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Red Shades Lupine
Other Name(s): Red Shades Lupine
Scientific Name: Lupinus Lupini Red Shades
SKU:
1231012272-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

4.5" Pot
 Also Know 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

Quart Pot
 Also Know 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

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know 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

#3 Pot
 Also Know 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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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

2 Reviews - Red Shades Lupine Show Reviews

  • 5
    pollinator magnet!

    Posted by Melinda White on Jan 16, 2023

    The packaging was great and they look healthy and beautiful. They have attracted a lot of pollinators to my garden. I highly recommend Red Shades Lupine for anyone looking for attractive plants that can attract pollinators!

  • 5
    beautiful plant!

    Posted by Monica Mcadam on Jan 13, 2023

    The flowers are stunning and the foliage is very healthy. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful plant!