Lupinus 'Beefeater' (PBR)
west country lupin
Densely packed spires of flaming orange-red flowers, rise above the leafy clumps in early summer. An impressive perennial where you want a shot of vibrant colour, it can easily be incorporated into a border with a hot colour theme - or to add real drama, team it with rich purples and plum tones.
How to care for Lupinus Beefeater (PBR):
Stake with bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear and deadhead the faded blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers. Protect young plants from slug and snail attack.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.9m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Harmful if eaten
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Standard Delivery£5.95Lupinus 'Beefeater' (PBR)
west country lupin
Densely packed spires of flaming orange-red flowers, rise above the leafy clumps in early summer. An impressive perennial where you want a shot of vibrant colour, it can easily be incorporated into a border with a hot colour theme - or to add real drama, team it with rich purples and plum tones.
How to care for Lupinus Beefeater (PBR):
Stake with bamboo canes in spring before the flowers appear and deadhead the faded blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers. Protect young plants from slug and snail attack.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.9m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
-
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
-
Pets: TOXIC if eaten; Humans: Harmful if eaten
Standard Delivery£5.95