Lupin Pixie Dwarf Mixed Color - Flower Seeds
Transform your garden into a vibrant tapestry of color with our Lupin Pixie Dwarf Mixed Color Flower Seeds. These charming, compact plants produce an array of stunning blooms in shades of blue, pink, purple, and white, making them a delightful addition to any landscape. Known for their unique, pea-like flowers and lush foliage, these dwarf lupins are perfect for borders, containers, and rock gardens.
What sets the Lupin Pixie Dwarf apart is its ability to thrive in various soil types while attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. This hardy perennial not only beautifies your garden but also contributes to biodiversity, making it a responsible choice for eco-conscious gardeners.
Special features include their compact growth habit, reaching only 12-18 inches tall, and their ability to bloom in the first year from seed. With a long flowering season, these lupins will provide continuous color from late spring to early summer.
Growing Instructions:
- Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
- Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil, spacing them 12 inches apart.
- Water gently to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- Provide full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.
Care Instructions:
- Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to maintain consistent moisture.
- Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering.
- Cut back foliage in the fall to promote healthy growth in the spring.
Uses:
- Ideal for borders, containers, and rock gardens.
- Great for attracting pollinators, enhancing biodiversity in your garden.
- Can be used in cut flower arrangements for a splash of color.
Fun Facts:
- Lupins are part of the legume family, which means they can fix nitrogen in the soil, improving soil health.
- Historically, lupins were cultivated by Native Americans for their nutritional value and as a soil enhancer.
- These flowers are known to symbolize imagination and creativity, making them a perfect gift for artists and dreamers.