Lupinus, Sky Lupine 'Blue Bonnet'

Lupinusnanus

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Lupinus (loo-PIE-nus)
Species
nanus (NAN-us)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Light Blue
Dark Blue
Blue-Violet
Lavender
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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

Cumberland, Maryland

Elba, New York

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Gardener's Notes:

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West Valley City, UT (Zone 6b) | June 2007 | negative

I tried to germinate this plant from seeds. Two emerged, grew poorly, then died.

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