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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you sow.
How tall can Russell Lupin flower spikes become?
How tall can Russell Lupin flower spikes become?
The product lists a mature height of 60–120 cm, with tall flower spikes rising above the surrounding foliage.
Why are Russell Lupin seeds sold as a mixed-color selection?
Why are Russell Lupin seeds sold as a mixed-color selection?
The selection can produce flowers in blue, purple, pink, red, yellow, white, and bicolour combinations, giving seedlings varied flower colors.
Where should lupins be positioned in a flower border?
Where should lupins be positioned in a flower border?
Their tall growth makes them useful toward the back or middle of borders, where the flower spikes can rise above shorter plants.
What role can lupin flower spikes play in garden design?
What role can lupin flower spikes play in garden design?
The upright spikes add vertical structure and strong color variation to cottage-style borders, cut-flower areas, and pollinator-focused planting.
Can faded lupin spikes be removed during the growing season?
Can faded lupin spikes be removed during the growing season?
Yes. Removing faded flower spikes is listed as a care practice and can help maintain the plant's appearance during the flowering period.
Why are lupin flowers attractive to bees and butterflies?
Why are lupin flowers attractive to bees and butterflies?
The product page describes the flowers as an outstanding nectar source, making flowering lupins useful in planting designs intended to provide seasonal forage.
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