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Lupinus rivularis
Also Known As
- Riverbank Lupine
- Stream Bank Lupine
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Lupinus rivularis plant details
Lupinus rivularis is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lupinus rivularis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lupinus rivularis
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: seaside / salt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Lupinus rivularis
By: US Fish & Wildlife Services
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Gardening facts about Lupinus rivularis plant
How to Grow Lupinus rivularis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- butterflies
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
7a-10a
Size
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Width: 24"-36"
- sun
- drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
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Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 1'-3'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-60"
Width: 10"-60"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 2"-8"
Width: 4"-10"
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 6"-20"
Width: 10"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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