Lupinus mutabilis

Fabaceae

Lupin

Annual plant with compound, palmate leaves with five leaflets. The pea-like flowers occur on upright spikes in spring and feature a range of colours.

Uses

Flowering annual suitable for cottage gardens and as a bedding plant.

Culture

Lupins grow best in full sun in temperate climates with dry summers, but should be kept well-watered during the growing season. Prefers sandy, well-drained soil. Propagate from seed. Susceptible to slugs and snails. Can be invasive.

Propagation

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Cultivars

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Plant Health

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More info

Plant Identification, Landscape Design and Home Garden Expert courses are available through Australian Correspondence Schools, see http://www.acs.edu.au/hort Courses on growing Annual plants are available through Australian Correspondence Schools, see http://www.acs.edu.au/hort