

Lupine Mixed is a cool-season flowering plant known for its tall spires packed with pea-like blooms in purple, pink, red, white, and yellow. Its upright shape and deeply cut leaves bring a bold, textured look to winter gardens. Perfect for borders or large pots, lupines thrive in full sun and attract pollinators.
Why Pakistan Gardeners Grow Lupine
- Winter Blooming – Sown Sept–Nov, flowers appear Jan–Apr
- Tall & Decorative – 2–3 ft spikes ideal for background planting
- Pollinator Friendly – Loved by bees and butterflies
- Improves Soil – Roots help fix nitrogen and loosen hard soil
- Low Maintenance – Grows easily in winter conditions
How to Grow Lupine from Seed
When to Sow: September to November
Where to Grow:
- Garden beds, borders, or large 12-inch containers
- Full sun or light afternoon shade
Steps:
- Soak seeds 12–24 hrs or gently nick before sowing
- Plant ¼ inch (6 mm) deep, 12–18 inches apart
- Keep soil moist but not soggy during germination
- Germinates in 2–4 weeks
- Stake if spikes bend under their own weight
Fertilizer & Care
- Soil Prep: Mix Vermicompost before sowing
- Feeding: Use Flower Fertilizer once plants are 6–8 inches tall
- Pests: Spray Neem Oil only if needed
- Watering: Light watering 1–2 times per week during dry winter spells