Product description
Lupin ‘Salmon Star’ is a beautifully structured perennial that delivers eye-catching vertical accents to garden borders. With tall spires of soft salmon-pink blooms set against lush, palmate foliage, it’s a showstopper in any traditional or cottage-style planting scheme. Its flowers rise elegantly above the greenery, creating a layered, dynamic look in the landscape.
This hardy lupin thrives in full sun and performs best in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Flowering from May through July, it complements early summer gardens and combines well with delphiniums, foxgloves, and hardy geraniums. Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance—deadheading spent blooms will encourage a possible second flush.
Perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens, Lupin ‘Salmon Star’ attracts bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich flowers. Its dramatic form and soft colour palette make it ideal for adding structure to borders or for creating a striking focal point in large containers. Use it to bring vertical interest and romantic charm to beds, borders, and wildflower-inspired plantings.
This perennial is ideal for gardeners seeking to add dramatic foliage and late-season colour to their landscapes. Its bold presence enhances shaded borders, woodland gardens, and areas near ponds or streams. Additionally, the vibrant flowers attract pollinators, contributing to garden biodiversity.
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Lupin 'Salmon Star'
Lupin 'Salmon Star'
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Product description
Lupin ‘Salmon Star’ is a beautifully structured perennial that delivers eye-catching vertical accents to garden borders. With tall spires of soft salmon-pink blooms set against lush, palmate foliage, it’s a showstopper in any traditional or cottage-style planting scheme. Its flowers rise elegantly above the greenery, creating a layered, dynamic look in the landscape.
This hardy lupin thrives in full sun and performs best in well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Flowering from May through July, it complements early summer gardens and combines well with delphiniums, foxgloves, and hardy geraniums. Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance—deadheading spent blooms will encourage a possible second flush.
Perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens, Lupin ‘Salmon Star’ attracts bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich flowers. Its dramatic form and soft colour palette make it ideal for adding structure to borders or for creating a striking focal point in large containers. Use it to bring vertical interest and romantic charm to beds, borders, and wildflower-inspired plantings.
This perennial is ideal for gardeners seeking to add dramatic foliage and late-season colour to their landscapes. Its bold presence enhances shaded borders, woodland gardens, and areas near ponds or streams. Additionally, the vibrant flowers attract pollinators, contributing to garden biodiversity.
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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
To prevent disease, avoid overhead watering and water at the base of the plant.
How to Water
Lupins need regular watering, especially during dry spells. Keep the soil moist but not soggy, as they don’t tolerate waterlogged roots.
How to Plant
Plant Lupins in well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny spot. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots and space them about 30-45cm apart. Gently firm the soil around the base and water well after planting.
