Product description
Part of the dwarf 'Gallery' series, this lupin is perfect for the front of the border or smaller gardens, producing densely packed, architectural spikes of rich blue and white bicolour pea-like flowers. It offers all the traditional cottage-garden charm of larger lupins but on a much sturdier, compact plant that rarely requires staking.
Lupins thrive in full sun or dappled shade and prefer well-drained, slightly acidic, sandy soils. They have deep taproots, meaning they dislike being moved once established; to extend the flowering period, swiftly remove the faded flower spikes before they have a chance to form seed pods.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Lupin
Lupin 'Gallery Blue Shades'
Lupin 'Gallery Blue Shades'
Product description
Part of the dwarf 'Gallery' series, this lupin is perfect for the front of the border or smaller gardens, producing densely packed, architectural spikes of rich blue and white bicolour pea-like flowers. It offers all the traditional cottage-garden charm of larger lupins but on a much sturdier, compact plant that rarely requires staking.
Lupins thrive in full sun or dappled shade and prefer well-drained, slightly acidic, sandy soils. They have deep taproots, meaning they dislike being moved once established; to extend the flowering period, swiftly remove the faded flower spikes before they have a chance to form seed pods.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Aphids absolutely love the tender new growth of these plants; inspect the stems on these Lupins weekly and blast any visible bugs off with a sharp jet of water before an infestation ruins the flower spikes.
How to Water
Water Lupins deeply at the base to keep the long taproot hydrated. Aim for about one inch of water per week; keep soil consistently moist but never soggy. Avoid overhead watering to prevent powdery mildew on the foliage.
How to Plant
Lupin plants develop a long, thick taproot, so you must dig a deep, loose hole in sandy, well-draining soil to accommodate it without bending or snapping the main root. They utterly despise being moved once they settle in, so choose their permanent home carefully on the very first try.
