How to Grow Lupins

[grocer]

Hi,

I'm trying my first lupins this year. They're sitting on my window sill but I'm about to plant them out this week. A few questions if I may. Do they like direct sunlight or a shade is better? Is there anything else I should consider? Thanks.

[Hammer]

Hello grocer, i planted my Lupins in full sun last year and they did very well. I believe Lupins can be made to flower twice in a season by cutting the first flowers off before they seed, hope this helps.
Regards Hammer

[MatthewWilliam]

I love lupin flowers because it include lots of color like blue, white, red I think lupin flowers well grow in summer whilst annual varieties will flower about two months after being sown..

[wilonas_poppyseeds]

I like lupins too. They are quite easy to grow. They like to be in full sun or partial shade. They look amazing when put together in a big group.

[greenfingerbag]

take seeds from this years crop and plant next year, i did it easier than you think.

[rosa15]

1) Select the site for the lupins. They grow well in full sunlight or semi-shade, but need protection from the wind. The soil does not need to be rich, but do need acidic soil that is well drained.

2) Plant lupins in the spring. Dig a hole that is larger than the plant’s container. Carefully remove the lupin from the container and gently loosen the roots with your fingers.Depending upon the species of lupin, space the plants 15 to 24 inches apart.

3) Water lupins regularly as these plants need the soil to stay moist. They suffer if the soil is allowed to dry out. Apply a light amount of high potash fertilizer as the buds begin to form. Powdery mildew can be a problem, as well as aphids.

4) Watch for the lupins to bloom beginning in early summer and continuing through mid to summer. Deadhead regularly and remove spent flower stems to avoid seeds setting. This will allow the smaller spikes to develop and keep lupins from spreading out of control.

5) Sow the lupin seeds either in the early fall or early spring. Scarify (nick) the seeds before planting to quicken germination. Plant the seeds ¼ to 1/8 inches deep.