Lupin Gallery Red

£5.99

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SKU: 1777 Category:

Description


This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.


Position: full sun or partial shade


Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained, slightly acid, sandy soil


Rate of growth: fast-growing


Flowering period: June to July and September


Hardiness: fully hardy??This dwarf lupin produces densely packed spires of red, pea-like flowers in June and July above clumps of attractively lobed, mid-green leaves. Perfect towards the front of a sunny cottage garden border, as long as the faded blooms are removed promptly the plant will yield a second flush of flowers in September.?


Garden care: Deadhead the faded blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers. In autumn cover the crown of the plant to protect against frost damage.


Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Harmful if eaten


Eventual height 0.5m & spread 0.3m