Russell Hybrids Lupine Mix

Light Needs

Full Sun

(6+ Hours Direct Sun)

Mature Height

2-4 Feet

Mature Spread

2-3 Feet

Growing Zones

3 to 8

By far the most popular lupine due to its showy flowers. A mixture of colors that includes white, cream, yellow, orange, shades of pink through red, pale to dark blue, and purple. Great border plant, amazing cut flower. June-July.

These are great for cut flower gardens in sunny areas. The lupine plants bloom all summer and attract butterflies, bees, hummingbirds and songbirds. The plants are low maintenance and will come back each year without much work at all. The plants have green foliage and an upright growth habit. 

Russell Hybrids Lupine Mix Care

Plant in an area of the garden that receives full sunlight, or at least 6 hours of direct sun. Make sure the soil drains well and does not stay soggy. Water weekly once established. Newly planted lupine may require watering more often until its established or in periods of drought. Fertilize the plants one a year using a slow release fertilizer designed for perennials in early spring. You can deadhead or trim off the dead parts of the plant (leaves and spent flowers) at any time during the growing season.

Russell Hybrids Lupine Mix Spacing

Plant Russell Hybrids Lupine Plants at least 30 inches apart, center on center. This will ensure the plants have proper air circulation and enough room for the roots to expand once mature.

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