Lupine

When they bloom: Late spring

 These flowers naturalize readily, so you'll have plenty more in time. Their pretty spikes look best at the back of borders.

These hardy perennials are long-lived and require very little maintenance. Lupines, with their colorful spikes, are some of the most popular garden perennials of them! Lupinus includes hundreds of species, many native to North America.

14-21 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C). Soak seed overnight or scarify to promote germination.

SOWING:Transplant: Sow 4-8 weeks before planting out. Sow 2-3 seeds directly into cell pack (nothing smaller than a 32 tray) or individual containers. Cover seed, as darkness aids germination. Thin to one plant per cell or container when the first true leaves appear. Harden off and transplant outside in early spring.