Lupine: ( Russell's Hybrid mix )

Family:    Fabaceae     

Botanical Name:    Lupinus ( lū -pī ´nus )

Soil:    Gritty, hummus rich, well drained.

PH level:    5.5

Flower:    May / June        Photo            Photo2

Color:    Pink  Red  Blue

Height:    3'

Spread:    1'

Pests:    Fungal, & bacterial spots, mildew, rust, stem rot, damping off, & southern blight.

Light:    Partial shade.

Water:    Keep moist.

Propagation:    Sow seed in spring or autumn. First soak in water overnight or scarify; cuttings of hybrids in spring with a small piece of attached root or crown.

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