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Lupinus sericatus

Also Known As

  • Cobb Mountain Lupine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-20"
  • W: 10"-36"

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

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Lupinus sericatus plant details

Lupinus sericatus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lupinus sericatus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 10 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lupinus sericatus

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lupinus sericatus is a rare perennial herb endemic to California. It grows in the forest, woodlands, and chaparral areas of Northern California. Cobb mountain lupine develops in an erect manner, reaching 3'h x 3'w. Cobb mountain lupine has gorgeous broad silver foliage, and purple spring time flowers. It is easy to grow, but needs full sun and excellent drainage. Plant with Stickymonkey flower, Common brome, and California everlasting. Also does well in containers with just a bit of gravel in potting soil. Endemic to California It is included in the CNPS Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants on list 1B.2 (rare, threatened, or endangered in CA and elsewhere). 7th Edition / 8th Edition No Historical Use found. Found in open wooded slopes. Communitites located in Chaparral, Foothill Woodland, Yellow Pine Forest 1,640 to 2,000'.

Gardening facts about Lupinus sericatus plant

How to Grow Lupinus sericatus

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • blue

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