Lupinus littoralis

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

7a-11

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Lupinus littoralis plant details

Lupinus littoralis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lupinus littoralis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lupinus littoralis

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Exceptionally long blooming from late Spring to mid-Fall,this low-growing “Lupine” is a beloved beach bloomer with gorgeous10” blue and white flower spikesbobbing above pretty clumps ofsilvery green foliage.A favorite of bumble bees! Native along the West Coast of North America from Northern California thru British Columbia, it forms a low-growing (18”x24”) mound of showy foliage and is not onlydrought tolerant, salt and sand tolerant,it is also a great neighbor to any nearby plants since it fixes useful nitrogen in the soil around it! Thrives in sandy soils, but can also be grown in most well-draining soils including moderately rich (not super rich) garden soils. Whether you let it spill over a garden wall or feature it in the front of your native beds, grateful pollinators will have a feast! Winter deciduous.