Lupin seeds
€2.95
Lupin (Lupinus polyphyllus) is offered here as a seed packet of approximately 25 seeds (0.63g), a hardy perennial native to North America and long naturalised in Ireland, admired for its tall, stately spikes of pea-like blooms in shades of blue, pink, purple, and cream. Growing 60–100cm tall, it adds height, colour, and structure to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower plantings, while fixing nitrogen in the soil through its root nodules. Lupins thrive in full sun and moderately fertile, well-drained soil, feeding bees, bumblebees, and butterflies with abundant nectar. Cutting back faded spikes encourages a second flush of blooms, and once established plants self-seed modestly, returning reliably year after year in Irish and UK borders.
Quantity
Only 4 left in stock
Sowing Instructions
Seeds are large and easy to handle. Sow indoors from February to April, or directly outdoors from April to June. Nick the seed coat or soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before sowing to improve germination, then sow 1–2cm deep in moist compost at 15–20°C; germination usually takes 2–3 weeks. Transplant seedlings to 30–40cm spacing. Store seeds cool and dry until sowing. Note: lupin seeds and pods are toxic if ingested — handle with care and keep away from children and pets.
