Lupine, False
Herbaceous Perennial Flower, Wildflower
Also known as Southern Lupine Thermopsis villosa Fabaceae Family Synonym: Thermopsis caroliniana
This native perennial's erect spikes of cheerful yellow blooms resemble lupines, but it's much easier to grow.
Soil conditions:
Hardiness zones:
Lifecycle: perennial
Ease-of-care: easy
Height: 2.5 to 5 feet
Spread: 1 to 2 feet
Bloom time:
Flower color: yellow
Foliage color: blue-green
Foliage texture: medium
Shape: upright
Shape in flower: flower stalks with upright spikes
Flowers borne along erect stems that rise above the foliage.
Propagate by seed, division or separation - Sow seeds in the late summer. The root system is tough, and makes division difficult, but not impossible.
Plants may become leggy and require staking. Cut back the faded flower spikes to encourage secondary bloom. More growing information: How to Grow Perennials
More growing information: How to Grow Perennials
