Lupinus rivularis
Riverbank lupine · River-Bank Lupine · Stream Bank Lupine · Streambank lupine · Stream lupine
Description
Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Lupinus rivularis is a species of lupine known by the common name riverbank lupine native to North America. It is also commonly known as river lupine, streambank lupine, and stream lupine.
Care Guide
💧 Water
Stream lupine thrives in its native environment, where it benefits from regular rainfall. To remain healthy, it needs to be watered once a week. As an evergreen plant, stream lupine is best grown outdoors to take advantage of natural rain cycles for its hydration needs.
☀️ Light Full sun
Stream lupine is a perennial herb that enjoys the sun and is native to open environments, frequently flourishing in meadows and grasslands. It prefers being in the full sun, but can also survive well in conditions with partial sun.
🌡️ Temperature 5–32.2°C
Stream lupine possesses the capability to acclimate to numerous temperature conditions, yet various combinations of water and thermal conditions may still confine its spread. It flourishes optimally in warm weather during the summertime with sufficient rain or irrigation. Extended durations of overcast and rainy weather, along with protracted elevated temperatures, can enhance the probability of Stream lupine perishing. During winter, suitable protection from the cold can boost the plant's chances of survival.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer
The primary period for fertilizing Stream lupine is in the early spring, around the time the flowers start to develop. The correct fertilizer promotes enhanced blossoming and aids Stream lupine in generating beautiful flowers. Early spring fertilization guarantees superior flowers throughout the season while also supplying power for inactive growth stages.
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
Stream lupine is a perennial plant known for its attractive flower spikes. To maintain its health and appearance, prune it in early spring. Focus on removing any damaged stems and spent flowers to encourage new growth. This will enhance air circulation and improve the quality of the blooms. For additional care tips, consult horticultural resources.
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial, Annual
- Genus
- Lupinus
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-8
- Mature Height
- 0.46 m to 1.07 m
- Mature Spread
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Blue, Purple
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 1.52 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall