Lupinus leucophyllus
Velvet Lupine
Plant Family:
Fabaceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Flower:
Blue
Blooms :
Jun
to:
Jul
Dense racemes of many flowers, each around 1 cm long. The flower is blue or purple in color with a yellow or brownish patch on the banner.
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
No
Foliage:
Gray-Green
Deciduous
Palmate leaves divided into 7 to 11 leaflets up to 7 cm long. Herbage is coated in white wooly fibers and stiff hairs.
Oregon Native?
Yes
West State Native?
Yes
Native to western North America
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
Yes
Height:
1.3-3'
Spread:
12-18"
Growth Rate:
Fast
Native Habitat:
Grassy slopes and sagebrush flats
Soil:
Well drained sandy soil
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Mulch:
Long Term:
Winter:
Spring:
Summer:
Fall:
Common Problems
Diseases:
No serious diseases
Insects:
No serious pests
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