- 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:
- LUPDS
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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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes 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.
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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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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