Arroyo Lupine – Lupinus succulentus

Annual Open Pollinated. This lovely legume thrives naturally through much of California. Blue and white clusters of blue-violet, pea-like flowers occur on 6 spikes above palm-shaped leaves. Grows well in canyons, meadows, and garden beds. 1 lb covers approximately 4,000 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 1′ when plants reach 3″ tall.

Flowers: Deer resistant. Blooms spring to summer
Attracts: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
Soil: Adaptable, tolerates clay soil
Native: California
USDA Zone: 3-10
Plant In: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/8″
Days to Germinate: 15-75 Days
Height At Maturity: 1-4′
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Light Water
Bloom Season: Spring, Summer
Seeding Rate: Use 1 lb per 4,000 sq ft
Facts of Note: Full sun on well-drained or clay soil, quite adaptable, flower clusters on 6″ spikes, plant seed in the fall in California and Arizona, early spring elsewhere, deer resistant
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 20,412