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 | Heritage Perennial Profile |
Here's the complete description for this Heritage Perennial. Drop in any time to see the rest of our collection.
| Plant Number: 1.330.680 | USDA Zone: 3 - 9 |
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 | Lupinus nootkatensis |
| Common name : Nootka Lupine |
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| Also called Alaskan Lupine, this species is native along the west coast of North America. Foliage has leaflets arranged like spokes in a circle, velvety soft on the undersides. Large spikes of pea flowers appear in early summer, deep violet-blue with a white flag. Excellent for cutting and attractive to hummingbirds. This perennial species will self sow if conditions are to its liking. Requires a well-drained soil preferably on the acidic side. In poor dry soils plants will be noticeably shorter. The deep taproot makes transplanting difficult. CAUTION: Harmful if eaten.
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Conditions |
Appearance |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal
Sandy
Soil pH
Neutral
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average
Dry
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Deep Blue
White
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Foliage Color
Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Attracts Hummingbirds
Border
Cut Flower
Drought Tolerant
Rabbit Resistant
Massed
Poisonous/Toxic
Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
Very Large
Height
40-60 cm
16-23 inches
Spread
25-30 cm
10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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