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Deep Crimson Red Russell Hybrid Lupine Seeds – Lupinus polyphyllus – Bold Tall Spires with Star-Shaped Palmate Foliage.
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Bring an explosion of intense, fiery color to your spring landscape with our Deep Crimson Red Russell Hybrid Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) Seeds. This spectacular classic hybrid produces exceptionally dense, towering, conical flower spikes. Unlike pastel varieties, these spikes are packed with deep, rich crimson-red pea-shaped blossoms, creating a dramatic and highly saturated display that commands immediate attention wherever it is planted.
Beyond its stunning blooms, the lupine features striking, star-shaped palmate leaves that fan out gracefully like miniature green bursts, providing a rich, lush textural backdrop that contrasts perfectly with the intense red petals. Whether planted in dramatic sweeping drifts along a fence line, grouped as a vibrant focal point in a cottage garden, or used to add towering height to a mixed perennial border, these bold, deep red beauties create an unforgettable and majestic spring display.
🌱How to Plant & Grow
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Light Requirements: Full sun to light shade (6+ hours of direct sun per day is ideal for maximum flower production). Tolerates light afternoon shade in hot Southern climates.
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Soil Type: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Lupines prefer loose, sandy, or loamy soils rich in organic matter. They will struggle in heavy, waterlogged clay or poorly draining beds.
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Germination Time: 15–30 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C). Seeds have hard outer coats and require pre-treatment for best results.
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Days to Maturity: 75–95 days from seed to first flower spike.
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Mature Height: 30–36 inches (2.5–3 feet). Spread: 12–18 inches.
📏Spacing & Seeding Instructions
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Plant Spacing: Space plants 15 to 18 inches apart.
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Seeding Density (Per Square Foot): For mass planting or meadow sowing, sow 2–3 seeds per square foot.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep. Cover with soil and gently firm down to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
📅 Growing Calendar
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Stage |
Northern States (3–5) |
Mid-Atlantic & Midwest (6–7) |
Southern States (8–9) |
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Start Indoors |
Late March – Early April |
Early – Mid March |
Late January – Early February |
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Transplant Outdoors |
Late May – Early June |
Early – Mid May |
Early – Mid March |
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Direct Sow (after frost) |
Mid – Late April |
Late March – Mid April |
Late February – Early March |
Important Note: Lupine seeds have extremely hard, water-resistant seed coats. It is essential to scarify (nick) the seed coat with a nail file or soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting to ensure high germination rates. Do not sow until the soil temperature has consistently reached at least 55°F (13°C). Sprouted seedlings can tolerate light spring frosts.
🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions
Start Indoors (For an earlier start):
- Fill biodegradable peat or fiber pots with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix. (Biodegradable pots are highly recommended as lupines have delicate taproots that dislike disturbance).
- Sow pre-soaked/scarified seeds ¼ inch deep. Cover lightly with soil.
- Place the tray in a cool, bright location (60–65°F). Be patient—germination can be slow. Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy.
- Seedlings emerge in 15–30 days. Provide bright sunlight to prevent leggy growth.
- After 6–8 weeks, gradually harden off the seedlings outdoors over 5–7 days before transplanting the entire pot into the garden.
Direct Sow (Highly recommended for strongest taproot development):
- Prepare a well-drained bed in full sun. Remove all weeds and loosen the soil to a depth of 8–10 inches.
- After soaking the seeds, sow them ½ inch deep, spacing seeds 4–5 inches apart in the row.
- Water gently with a fine mist spray to avoid washing the seeds away. Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge.
- Once seedlings have developed 2–3 sets of true leaves, carefully thin them out, leaving only the strongest plants spaced 15–18 inches apart.
Ongoing Care:
- Watering: Water deeply once a week during prolonged dry spells. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Always water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the leaves, as wet foliage can lead to powdery mildew.
- Fertilizing: Do not use high-nitrogen fertilizers. Lupines fix their own nitrogen. Instead, mix a small amount of bone meal (phosphorus) into the planting hole to encourage bigger and more abundant flower spikes.
- Deadheading & Seed Saving: For a possible second flush of smaller blooms, cut the main spent spike down to the base after the flowers fade. To save seeds for next season, allow the last few spikes of the season to dry completely until the fuzzy pods turn brown and start to split; then harvest the seeds.
- Overwintering: In Zones 3-7, this acts as a short-lived perennial. It dies back to the ground after heavy frost. Apply a 2–3 inch layer of organic mulch in late fall to protect the root crown for the next spring. In Zones 8-9, treat it as an annual and allow it to naturally self-seed.
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After you successfully place your order, we will complete preparation and warehouse review within 1-3 business days. To ensure the quality of the seeds, we conduct strict packaging inspections on each batch of seeds to ensure they are dry and undamaged before handing them over to our logistics partners for shipment.
Note: If your order contains multiple types of seeds or if there are holidays or peak order periods, the preparation time may be extended by 1-2 business days. We will inform you in advance on the order page or via email.
Ⅲ.Logistics Shipping Times
| Region | Estimated Transit Time |
| United States | 7-12 Business Days |
| Canada | 8-13 Business Days |
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