Lupin Dwarf Seeds Organic Annual Flowers for Planting Giant Non GMO 15 Seeds

Lupins are a cottage-garden favourite offering height and colour to the middle of a border in May and June. Their flowers are borne on impressive spires and have a pea flower style. Their foliage is soft colors and coated in fine silver hairs.  These hardy plants are ideal for cutting and although not scented they make a real statement in the home and garden. Numerous garden hybrids are available, so the colour choice is huge. Bees love them.  Lupins enjoy full sun or dappled shade. The ideal soil is moist but well-drained and can be acid, chalky or neutral. Like many other perennials with tall flowers, they will benefit from a sheltered position.  The back or middle of a border is ideal. Avoid planting them in containers as they are far more successful in the garden.  Although a very traditional plant, lupins can be planted to create a modern look. Plant in large drifts running through ornamental grasses for an unusual effect.  Dig a planting hole in a well-drained soil. Plant and firm in place. Water and provide a plant support if planting in summer. Young plants tend to establish better in the garden than larger, more mature specimens.  Deadhead lupins once flowers have faded and you will be rewarded with another flush of flowers. Lupins are not regarded as long-lived plants. Expect to replace plants after about six years. In autumn, cut plants right back to the ground after collecting seed.