Unusual coppery orange flowers are produced on this vigorous, perennial lupin in late spring. Looks great in a hot border or planted with red-flowering plants, such as Aquilegia 'McKana Hybrids'. Great for the middle or back of a garden border, or can be planted up for pots on the patio too Remember to deadhead after flowering and protect against frost-damage by covering the crown of the plant.
How to care for Lupinus Salmon Star (PBR):
Stake with bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear and deadhead the faded blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers. Protect young plants from slug and snail attack
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.9m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Harmful if eaten