Seed no. 827C
Lupinus hartwegii, 'Avalune White'
£2.45
In stock · approx. 45 seeds per packet
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Year at a glance
Sow
Flowers
Germination
Sow indoors. Prior to sowing soak seeds in hot water for 1-3 days until swelling is noticeable. Surface sow onto moist well-drained seed compost. Just cover seed with a sprinkling of soil or vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal in a polythene bag. Ideal temp. 18-25°C. Germination takes 18-21 days. Keep soil moist but not wet. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle to 8cm pots and grow on. Acclimatise and plant out after danger of frost has passed with 35cm spacing. Can be sown directly in spring after danger of frost has passed.
Growing
Prefers well-drained fertile sandy soil in full or partial sun. Water generously in dry weather.
Cultivation
Deadhead to prolong flowering window.
| Genus | Lupinus |
|---|---|
| Species | hartwegii |
| Family | Leguminosae/Fabaceae |
| Seed number | 827C |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Colour | White/Cream |
| Position | Full sun, Partial shade, Sheltered |
| Soil type | Sandy, Loam |
| Soil acidity | Neutral, Acid |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Height | 1.6m |
| Sow | Mar, Apr, May |
| Flowers | Apr, May |
| Seeds per packet | 45 |
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