Lupine
Lupinus perennis
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Lupine (Lupinus perennis) is an upright perennial wildflower with distinctive blue, purple, pink, or white flower spikes that bloom in late spring to early summer. As a nitrogen fixer, it enriches soil and attracts pollinators while tolerating poor, sandy soils.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Lupine (Lupinus perennis) is an upright perennial wildflower with distinctive blue, purple, pink, or white flower spikes that bloom in late spring to early summer. As a nitrogen fixer, it enriches soil and attracts pollinators while tolerating poor, sandy soils.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Lupine grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation