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Staircase™ Red and White Lupine
Lupinus polyphyllus PP #18,733
Pronunciation: loo-PY-nus
SKU #44971
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 18 to 24 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | Dramatic two-toned flower spikes of red and white add a colorful vertical accent to perennial beds. Unlike most lupine, the Staircase™ series doesn't require cool temperatures to flower, making it a great selection for warmer climates. An excellent cut flower. Herbaceous. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Cranesbill (Geranium); Columbine (Aquilegia); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers a sunny site and rich, fast-draining soil. Water regularly and deeply, allowing the soil to dry slightly between intervals; avoid overhead watering. Trim spent flowers to promote continued bloom. May be pruned back to 6 inches after blooming, to rejuvenate the foliage. |
Details
| Description | Dramatic two-toned flower spikes of red and white add a colorful vertical accent to perennial beds. Unlike most lupine, the Staircase™ series doesn't require cool temperatures to flower, making it a great selection for warmer climates. An excellent cut flower. Herbaceous. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring to summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Cranesbill (Geranium); Columbine (Aquilegia); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers a sunny site and rich, fast-draining soil. Water regularly and deeply, allowing the soil to dry slightly between intervals; avoid overhead watering. Trim spent flowers to promote continued bloom. May be pruned back to 6 inches after blooming, to rejuvenate the foliage. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Staircase™ Red and White Lupine produce flowers?
Late spring to summer
Is Staircase™ Red and White Lupine evergreen or deciduous?
Staircase™ Red and White Lupine is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Staircase™ Red and White Lupine?
Staircase™ Red and White Lupine is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Staircase™ Red and White Lupine resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Staircase™ Red and White Lupine grow?
Staircase™ Red and White Lupine has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Staircase™ Red and White Lupine in my landscape?
Staircase™ Red and White Lupine is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Staircase™ Red and White Lupine flowers?
Staircase™ Red and White Lupine produces Multicolored flowers.
What color is the foliage of Staircase™ Red and White Lupine?
Staircase™ Red and White Lupine has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Staircase™ Red and White Lupine?
Good companion plants for Staircase™ Red and White Lupine include: Cranesbill (Geranium); Columbine (Aquilegia); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata).
How do I care for Staircase™ Red and White Lupine?
Prefers a sunny site and rich, fast-draining soil. Water regularly and deeply, allowing the soil to dry slightly between intervals; avoid overhead watering. Trim spent flowers to promote continued bloom. May be pruned back to 6 inches after blooming, to rejuvenate the foliage.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.