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Russell Hybrid Lupine

Botanical Name

Lupinus x hybrida

Min Zone

4

Max Zone

6

Height

3 to 4 feet

Width

12 to 16 inches

Flowers

Early summer: blue, red, pink, yellow, white

Light

Full to part sun

Soil

Moist, cool

Planting & Care

• Space plants 12 inches apart
• Soak and inoculate seed prior to planting
• Deadhead to prolong bloom and prevent reseeding

Problems

Mildew, rust, aphids, plant bug

Varieties

• My Castle - brick red flowers, 2 to 3 feet
• Noble Maiden - ivory-white flowers, 2 to 3 feet
• The Governor - marine blue and white flowers, 2 to 3 feet