Lupinus 'Salmon Star' (PBR)
west country lupin
Unusual coppery orange flowers are produced on this vigorous, perennial lupin in late spring. Looks great in a hot border or planted with red-flowering plants, such as Aquilegia 'McKana Hybrids'.
Lupinus 'Salmon Star' looks terrific when planted towards the middle or back of a garden border, but it can also be planted up for pots on the patio. Remember to deadhead after flowering and protect against frost-damage by covering the crown of the plant.
Lupinus 'Salmon Star' looks terrific when planted towards the middle or back of a garden border, but it can also be planted up for pots on the patio. Remember to deadhead after flowering and protect against frost-damage by covering the crown of the plant.
How to care for Lupinus Salmon Star (PBR):
Plant lupins in full sun with well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil, avoiding heavy clay. Water regularly while establishing, but once mature they become more tolerant to dry conditions.
Stake tall cultivated varieties with bamboo canes in spring before flowers appear, and remove faded blooms to encourage a second flush. Mulch lightly in winter to protect roots, and watch for slugs and snails on young growth.
Stake tall cultivated varieties with bamboo canes in spring before flowers appear, and remove faded blooms to encourage a second flush. Mulch lightly in winter to protect roots, and watch for slugs and snails on young growth.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.9m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Harmful if eaten
9cm pot
£12.99
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3 × 9cm pots
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£10.00 each
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