Lupinus formosus var. formosus

Also Known As

Summer Lupine

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Lupinus formosus var. formosus plant details

Lupinus formosus var. formosus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lupinus formosus var. formosus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lupinus formosus var. formosus

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A beautiful long blooming perennial Lupine for a dry to semi-dry spot in your garden and native to the coastal hills of much of California! Tolerant/happy inDRY, CLAYISH soil once established. “Summer Lupine” is also widely distributed in California from the coast to valleys to 10,000’ in elevation. Deliciously fragrant, the good sized 4”-6” spikes of lavender-purple blooms appear from late Spring thru Fall, attracting bees and butterflies. It’s also a host plant for the endangered “Mission Blue” butterfly. To 1’-2’ tall with silvery green foliage. Heat tolerant! We found that a little fertility and occasional water makes for more profuse blooming. Do water to establish. Deer resistant.