Lupinus Perennis Ssp. Unknown Wild Lupine

Note: This strain of Lupinus perennis has been cross-pollinated, and is an unknown subspecies of the native. Whereas Lupinus perennis ssp. perennis has 7-11 leaflets on each leaf, this subspecies has 12-13.

Lupinus perennis, commonly known as “Wild Lupine”, offers dense spikes of bluish-purple, pea-shaped flowers in late spring and early fall. These handsome plants have palmately compound leaves spread out like starbursts.

Although it is a rare sight in the wild today, Lupinus perennis Wild Lupine is native to most of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states. It thrives in dry, sandy soils and must have great drainage to thrive.

Lupinis perennis Wild Lupine is a favorite among butterflies and hummingbirds and would make an excellent addition to pollinator and wildlife gardens.