Lupinus ‘Gallery Red’
Description
Make a bold statement in your summer garden with Lupinus ‘Gallery Red’, a compact and richly coloured variety that brings vertical drama and classic cottage garden charm. Its deep red flower spikes rise above attractive palmate foliage, creating a beautiful contrast in borders, beds, or large containers. A magnet for pollinators and a favourite for vibrant South London gardens, it pairs wonderfully with delphiniums, foxgloves, and ornamental grasses.
Plants supplied in a grower’s pot.
Key Features & Care:
Mature Height: 50–60cm
Mature Spread: 30–45cm
Flower Colour: Deep crimson-red
Flowering Period: Late spring to early summer
Foliage: Deciduous
Fragrant: No
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal conditions
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained
Soil PH: Acid, neutral
Soil Type: Loam, sand (avoid very heavy clay)
Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
Perfect For:
Coastal and urban gardens
Cottage-style and pollinator-friendly borders
Colourful summer displays
Mixed perennial planting
How to Grow:
Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot in free-draining soil. Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage a second flush and cut back after flowering to maintain shape.
Please note:
Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may vary from the one pictured.