Inspired by Chelsea Flower Show 2026 ! A beautiful and dramatic star of the garden border with long spikes covered in beautiful shades of pink blooms. Great for the garden and also as a cut flower. When to Sow: Sep- Oct & Feb- Jun
HOW TO SOW LUPIN SEEDS: Sow indoors - Soak the seeds in hot water for a few days until noticeable swelling can be seen. Sow into pots of moist compost and cover with a 5cm of soil. Ideal temp 18-20°C. The use of a heat mat may be beneficial.
Grow on in cooler conditions once seeds have germinated. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle to individual pots before planting out when well established.
- Classification: Perennial
- Expert Level: Easy to grow
- Germination Time: Approx 3 weeks
- Flowering Time: May- Aug
- Site: Full Sun/ Part Sun
- Soil Type: Sand/Loam
- Soil Acidity: Neutral/Acid
- Moisture: Well drained
- Care: Deadhead regularly for a longer flowering period
- Use: Borders, Cut Flowers, pots
- Harvest: Cut when the top third of flowers are just opening
- Vase Life: 5-7 Days
- Height: 40-130cm
- Plant Spacing: 30cm
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