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Russell Lupine Seeds - My Castle

Member of the Band of Nobles series of first year flowering perennials with multiple stalks per plant

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Prefers Lean Soil
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Reduces Erosion
Improves Soil
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Lupinus polyphyllus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 40 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Band of Nobles

COLOR

  • Red

Lupine Seeds - Russell Strain - My Castle

Sometimes called Red Castle or simply Red Russell, this beautiful all red strain of the popular perennial Lupine is a lovely and unique addition to your garden! A tall variety, growing over three feet, My Castle Lupine is sure to capture your attention!

*Seed scarification advised for lupine seeds (Nicking or scaring seeds with hard seed coatings before planting helps the seeds absorb water. After scarification, soak seeds in water overnight before planting. This will jump-start germination and get your garden growing faster.)

  • Perennial; Eye Catching color
  • Spring and Summer Blooming; Scarlet Red Blooms
  • Prefers Full Sun Exposure, but will tolerate Partial Shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 14 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7

SEED PREP

  • Scarification

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 40 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 1,200 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Lupine Planting Guide to learn more.
Russell Lupine Seeds - My Castle

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Russell Lupine Seeds - My Castle FAQs

Is My Castle Russell Lupine resistant to animals or disease?

My Castle Russell Lupine is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is My Castle Russell Lupine?

My Castle Russell Lupine is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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