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Deep Violet Russell Hybrid Lupine Seeds – Lupinus polyphyllus – Tall Spikes with Creamy White Tips & Star-Shaped Foliage.
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Standing tall as colorful beacons in the spring landscape, our Deep Violet Russell Hybrid Lupine (Lupinus polyphyllus) Seeds bring iconic, majestic beauty to any garden. This classic hybrid produces spectacular, elongated flower spikes that are heavily crowded with pea-shaped blossoms. The display is truly breathtaking—the emerging buds at the top are a soft creamy-white, which gradually transition downward into a rich, deep violet-purple, creating a striking ombre effect.
The true charm of the lupine extends far beyond its flowers. It features striking, palmately compound leaves that fan out like tiny star-bursts, providing a lush, tropical-looking textural backdrop to the vibrant blooms. Whether planted in dramatic drifts along a woodland edge, used as a towering backdrop in a perennial border, or naturalized near a pond, these towering beauties create a stunning, unforgettable late-spring display.
🌱How to Plant & Grow
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Light Requirements: Full sun to light shade (4–6+ hours of direct sun per day). They flower best in full sun but appreciate some afternoon shade in hot Southern climates.
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Soil Type: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Lupines prefer rich, sandy, or loamy soil. They will struggle in heavy clay that holds too much moisture.
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Germination Time: 15–30 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C). Seeds require scarification or soaking for best results.
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Days to Maturity: 70–90 days from seed to first flower spike.
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Mature Height: 24–36 inches (2–3 feet). Spread: 12–18 inches.
📏Spacing & Seeding Instructions
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Plant Spacing: Space plants 14 to 18 inches apart.
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Seeding Density (Per Square Foot): For mass planting, sow 2–3 seeds per square foot.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep. Cover with soil and press down firmly.
📅 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 hard seed coats. For best germination, soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting, or gently nick the seed coat with a nail file (scarification). Do not plant until soil temperature has reached at least 55°F (13°C). It can tolerate light frost after sprouting.
🧑🌾 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions
Start Indoors (Recommended for a head start):
- Fill biodegradable peat pots (to avoid root shock) with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.
- Sow pre-soaked seeds ¼ inch deep. Cover lightly with soil.
- Place the tray in a cool, bright area (60–65°F). Germination is slow; keep soil moist but never waterlogged.
- Seedlings emerge in 15–30 days. Provide plenty of light to prevent legginess.
- After 6–8 weeks, harden off seedlings over 5–7 days before transplanting outdoors.
Direct Sow (Best for all zones, as they dislike transplanting):
- Prepare a well-drained bed in full sun to partial shade. Remove weeds and loosen soil deeply (8 inches).
- After soaking seeds, sow them ½ inch deep, spacing seeds 3–4 inches apart.
- Water gently and keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings appear.
- After seedlings have 2–3 sets of true leaves, thin them out to 14–18 inches apart.
Ongoing Care:
- Watering: Water deeply once a week during dry spells. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overhead watering to prevent powdery mildew.
- Fertilizing: Do not fertilize heavily. Lupines fix their own nitrogen. A light application of bone meal (for phosphorus) at planting time will encourage larger flower spikes.
- Deadheading & Seed Saving: Cut spent flower spikes down to the base after blooming to encourage a potential second, smaller flush of blooms. To collect seeds, let the last spikes dry and form fuzzy pods on the plant.
- Overwintering: In Zones 3-7, this is a short-lived perennial. It will die back to the ground after frost. Mulch heavily in late fall to protect the crown for the next spring. In Zones 8-9, treat it as a cool-weather annual and allow it to self-seed.
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Ⅰ.Order Cancellation
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Cancellation Deadline: If you need to cancel your order after successfully placing it, you must send us an email request within 24 hours of placing the order. Requests received after this period will not be processed.
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Application Method: Please send your order cancellation request to our official customer service email (support@zestseeds.com). The email subject must state “Order Cancellation Request + Order Number.” The email body should include your name, contact information, order number, and the reason for cancellation to help us verify and process your request quickly.
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Refund Information: Once your cancellation request is approved, we will process your refund within 1-3 business days. The refund amount will be fully returned to your payment account. The specific time for the funds to arrive depends on the payment platform and bank processing times, so please keep an eye on your account activity.
Ⅱ.Preparation Time
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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- Email: support@zestseeds.com
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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