Lupin Legendary 'Shades of Red'
A truly legendary red lupin
Grown by Jack
Hereford
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Lupin Legendary 'Shades of Red'
- Incredibly vibrant red flowers from early summer
- Create a Cottage Garden aesthetic
- Towers 90cm tall–perfect for the back of borders and beds
- A real bee's favourite!
- Buy a mature plant ready to shoot up!
What to expect
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Lupin 'Shades of Red' requires a deep 40 cm pot for its long taproot and performs best at temperatures around 18°C.
How big does it get?
Lupin Legendary 'Shades of Red' typically reaches a mature height of 90 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Lupin Legendary 'Shades of Red' requires partial to full shade to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Lupin Legendary 'Shades of Red' prefers deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water Lupin Legendary 'Shades of Red' regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, providing about 2.5 cm of water weekly during the growing season, and slightly more when temperatures surpass 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Lupin Legendary 'Shades of Red' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Lupinus 'Legendary Shades of Red' is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H7, withstanding temperatures below -20°C, making it suitable for all parts of the UK.
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