Lupinus 'Cashmere Cream' (PBR)
west country lupin
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained, slightly acid, sandy soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June - July
- Hardiness: fully hardy
This robust and undemanding perennial produces magnificent spires of creamy white, pea-like flowers, which look beautiful with fresh greens, whites and blues. A star plant in our Chelsea Flower Show garden in 2014, where Luciano Giubbilei used it in drfits throughout the borders. - Garden care: Stake with bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear and deadhead the faded blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers.
- Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Harmful if eaten