Westcountry™ Desert Sun Lupine Flowering
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Westcountry™ Desert Sun Lupine

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$40.99
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 2 - 3 Feet
  • Mature Spread 1 - 2 Feet
  • Growing Zones 4 - 9
  • Use As A Thriller In Containers

With its sturdy upright flower spikes that attract the eyes of pollinators and passersby alike, the Westcountry™ Desert Sun Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is sure to add vibrance and height to a sunny garden. Growing 2-3 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide, the sunny disposition of the Desert Sun Lupine complements other low-growing perennials and evergreens. The Desert Sun Lupine blooms in the late spring, rounding out those early spring colors and ushering in summer with its large, thick clusters of butter-and-lemon yellow flower cones and frilly finger-like leaves. 

As a pollinator magnet, the Desert Sun Lupine is an ideal choice for those gardeners wishing to create a pollinator habitat. What is more, lupine is deer resistant, allowing for placement near woodlands without the worry of losing flowers to herbivores. Once established, lupine is drought tolerant, making it a low-maintenance choice in warmer climates. Plant the Westcountry™ Lupine in a garden bed with varying heights of blooming perennials or create a mass planting, perfect for a fresh-cut flower bed. 

Westcountry™ Desert Sun Lupine Care

The Desert Sun Lupine prefers to be planted in rich, well-draining soil. For best results, choose a spot that receives full to part sun. To plant, dig a hole that is twice the width and equal depth as the root ball and amend the soil if necessary. Though drought resistant when established, lupine benefits from regular irrigation early on and during the hottest, driest parts of the year. 

In the early spring, apply a slow-release, granular fertilizer to the Desert Sun Lupine to aid in flowering. Lupines fix nitrogen from the air and don’t require frequent feedings. Remove flower heads as they dry up to keep your garden neat and tidy. Once the foliage has gone dormant in the winter, cut the plant back to the ground. 

Westcountry™ Desert Lupine Spacing

Plant the Desert Sun Lupine 1-2 feet from the nearest plant or a bit closer together when looking to create a mass planting. Lupines can be placed in a large container with adequate drainage for a few seasons and should be watered more frequently in hotter weather.

Westcountry™ Desert Sun Lupine Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet
Mature Spread: 1 - 2 Feet
Spacing: 1 - 2 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Yellow
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering
Watering: Low
Resists: Deer, Rabbit
Tolerates: Heat, Drought
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role: Thriller
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance
Brand: Plants That Work
Common Name: Westcountry™ Desert Sun Lupine
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: Lupinus poly. Westcountry™ 'Desert Sun'
SKU:
1231015082-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.

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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.