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Lupinusargenteus

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Lupinus argenteus by Xenomorf
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Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Lupinus (loo-PIE-nus)
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Species
argenteus (ar-JEN-tee-us)
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Synonym
Lupinus argenteus var. macounii
Lupinus argenteus var. stenophyllus
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
Blue-Violet
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Bronze
Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

Unknown - Tell us

Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods

Unknown - Tell us

Seed Collecting

Unknown - Tell us

Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Flagstaff, Arizona

Dillon, Colorado

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