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Coulter's lupine

Lupinus sparsiflorus

Coulter's lupine
Photo: (c) Marci Howdyshell, some rights reserved (CC BY) · iNaturalist

About Coulter's lupine

Coulter's lupine is a delightful native wildflower that brings real beauty to any garden. The purple-blue flower spikes attract bees and butterflies, giving your yard life and movement. These charming blooms brighten up spring and early summer, and they're a native plant, which means they belong right here in your landscape. Growing this lupine helps support local wildlife and connects you to the natural plants of your region.

This annual lupine is wonderfully easy to grow. It loves sunlight and prefers well-draining soil, so plant it where water doesn't sit around. You can sprinkle seeds directly where you want them to grow, and nature does most of the work from there. It's a low-fuss plant that doesn't need pampering, making it perfect for gardeners of any experience level. You'll enjoy fresh flowers year after year with hardly any effort at all.

Native to 10 states