Lupine - Lupinus polyphyllus 'Gallery Pink Shades'

The lupine 'Gallery Pink Shades' presents a fascinating palette of delicate pink tones, ranging from soft pastel pink to vibrant magenta. The upright flower spikes add a majestic touch to the garden and are a true asset for flower lovers who want to create impressive accents in beds and stylish floral arrangements. Their subtle floral fragrance attracts pollinating insects and enlivens the garden with a lively buzz.

Details:
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: April
Sowing outdoors: May or August
Germination time: 7-14 days at 14-18°C
Sowing depth: 2-3 cm

Height: 45-50 cm
Planting distance: 40 cm
Flower size: <5 cm
Flowering time: June to August

Soil: permeable, no waterlogging
Fertilization: slow-release fertilizer if necessary
Location: Sun/partial shade
Water consumption: medium, no waterlogging!

Growing tips:
Lupins should be sown directly into the garden bed in May or August. They will then typically not bloom until the following year. If you want faster flowering, you can advance lupins by sowing them in early April and then planting the young plants in the garden bed. After planting them outdoors, the soil should be kept consistently moist until the young plants reach a height of about 20 centimeters. At this point, the plants' roots will have extended deep enough into the soil to provide themselves with sufficient moisture. From this point on, it is advisable to water only when the soil surface appears dry.
Lupine seeds are characterized by their considerable size and hard shell, which makes natural germination difficult. To promote germination, it is recommended to roughen the shells by rubbing the lupine seeds between two layers of sandpaper. After this preparation, the seeds are placed in a thermos of warm water for 24 hours to allow them to swell before sowing.

Use:
cut flower
Bee pasture

Bag contents:
Approx. 25 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.