Lupinus hartwegii 'Legendary Rose Shades' adds soft rose-pink flower spikes to your garden through summer.

You get height, colour, and structure in one easy-to-grow plant.

Key features

• Height: up to 1m
• Spread: up to 1m
• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: well-drained, acidic or neutral soil
• Flowering period: summer

Description

• Upright, clump-forming growth habit
• Palm-shaped blue-green leaves create texture
• Produces dense spikes of rose-pink, pea-like flowers
• Adds vertical interest to borders and beds
• Fits well in cottage gardens and informal planting schemes

Wildlife benefits

• Attracts bees and other pollinating insects
• Provides nectar during key summer months
• Helps support pollinator activity in your garden

Plant in groups to make it easier for pollinators to locate flowers.

Also known as

• Lupin 'Legendary Rose Shades'
• Annual lupin

Planting tips

• Choose a sunny or lightly shaded spot
• Ensure soil drains freely to avoid waterlogging
• Plant in acidic or neutral soil for best results
• Deadhead regularly to encourage more blooms
• Avoid moving plants once roots are established

Place towards the middle or back of a border to build height and colour layers.

Want a soft pink tone that stands out without overpowering other plants? This variety works well.