Lassics Lupine Seeds - Lupinus Constancei, 30 seeds

Quantity: 30 Seeds / pack

Lassics Lupine (Lupinus constancei) is a rare wild lupine found only in the Lassics mountains of northern California. This low, mat-forming plant reaches about 6 inches tall, with shaggy-haired foliage and dense clusters of small pink blooms in summer. Note: do not eat any part of this plant.

Why choose our seeds?

• A rare wildflower of the California mountains
• Low, mat-forming habit about 6 inches tall
• Dense clusters of small pink summer blooms

How to grow Lassics Lupine seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.
• Outdoors: Direct sow in spring after all danger of frost has passed.

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)
• Well-draining potting mix
• Sandpaper for nicking seed coats
• Spray bottle for misting

Sowing the Seeds

• Like most lupines, the hard seed coat benefits from a light nick with sandpaper, or an overnight soak in water, before sowing.
• Sow 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in moist seed-starting mix.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Bright light.
• Temperature: 65-70°F (18-21°C) for germination.

Germination

• Lupine seeds typically germinate in 14-21 days.
• Grow seedlings on in bright light until sturdy.

Transplanting

• Transplant after all danger of frost has passed, disturbing the roots as little as possible.
• Harden off gradually over 7-10 days before planting out.
• Space plants 8-12 inches apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Full sun.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained.
• Soil: Avoid rich, heavily fertilized soil.

Bloom Time:

Summer.