Rainbow Tutti Frutti Lupine Lupinus polyphyllus flower seeds for home garden planting

The Rainbow Tutti Frutti Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) is a perennial flowering plant admired for its tall, colorful flower spikes and long blooming season. Perfect for home gardens, borders, and cottage-style landscapes, this variety adds vertical interest, vibrant colors, and a cheerful touch to outdoor spaces. Its easy-to-grow nature makes it suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Features:

• Produces tall, vibrant, multi-colored flower spikes
• Compact base growth ideal for borders, garden beds, and cottage gardens
• Long flowering season from late spring to early summer
• Easy-to-grow and low-maintenance
• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
• Perfect for decorative planting, cut flowers, and pollinator-friendly gardens

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Lupinus polyphyllus
• Common Name: Lupine Seeds (Rainbow Tutti Frutti)
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Plant Height: 24–48 inches (60–120 cm)
• Plant Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Flower Colors: Mixed shades (red, pink, purple, yellow, white)
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
• Germination Time: 10–14 days
• Blooming Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors in spring or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost
• Planting Depth: ¼–½ inch (0.6–1.2 cm)
• Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) apart
• Season: Best planted in Spring for full-season blooms

Planting Guide:

1. Choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained soil.
2. Sow seeds directly outdoors in spring or start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.
3. Cover seeds lightly with soil and maintain consistent moisture until germination.
4. Thin seedlings to allow proper spacing for healthy growth.
5. Water moderately and fertilize lightly to encourage tall, vibrant flower spikes.