Wild Lupine (Lupinus Perennis) Quick Facts:

Host plant to Frosted Elfin, Duskywings, Eastern Persius, Wild Indigo, and to the endangered Karner Blue. Nectar plant to many

Herbaceous perennial

Native to the Eastern half of the US and to southeastern Canada

Hardy in USDA zones 3-8

Full sun in the northern US, partial sun in southern US

Medium to dry well-drained soil

Blue/Purple (sometimes pink) flowers bloom on tall erect stems

Up to 2 feet tall, including the spikes of flowers

Space 10-18 inches apart

Scarification of the seeds helps in germination

Member of the pea family

Please see complete growing conditions and details for Wild Lupine Plants (Lupinus perennis) under our seed description