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0.75m
Max height
Max height
0.5m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Low
Toxicity
Toxicity
Plant details
Botanical name
Lupinus 'Chameleon'
Other names
West country lupin, Lupin 'Chameleon'
Genus
Lupinus Lupinus
Variety or Cultivar
'Chameleon' _ 'Chameleon' is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial with palmate, mid-green leaves and, in late spring, tall, upright racemes of yellow flowers with deep pink margins.
Lupinus 'Chameleon' is: Deciduous
Fragrance
Flowers have a peppery fragrance.
Habit
Clump-forming, Erect
Toxicity
All parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested.
Flower
Yellow, Dark-pink in Spring
Foliage
Green in Spring; Green in Summer
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Lupin aphid , Slugs , Snails Lupin aphid , Slugs , Snails
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
General care
Propagation methods
Basal cuttings
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Where to grow
Lupinus 'Chameleon' (Lupin 'Chameleon') will reach a height of 0.75m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Coastal, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders
Cultivation
Plant in moderately fertile, light, slightly acid to neutral, well-drained soil (sandy soil is best for flowering). Does well in full sun or partial shade. May also need staking.
Soil type
Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
Companion plants
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Botanical name
Lupinus 'Chameleon'
Other names
West country lupin, Lupin 'Chameleon'
Genus
Lupinus Lupinus
Variety or Cultivar
'Chameleon' _ 'Chameleon' is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial with palmate, mid-green leaves and, in late spring, tall, upright racemes of yellow flowers with deep pink margins.
Foliage
Deciduous
Fragrance
Flowers have a peppery fragrance.
Habit
Clump-forming, Erect
Toxicity
All parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested.
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Colour
Flower
Yellow, Dark-pink in Spring
Foliage
Green in Spring; Green in Summer
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Lupin aphid , Slugs , Snails
Specific diseases
General care
Propagation methods
Basal cuttings
Monthly care advice
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Where to grow
Lupinus 'Chameleon' (Lupin 'Chameleon') will reach a height of 0.75m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Coastal, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders
Cultivation
Plant in moderately fertile, light, slightly acid to neutral, well-drained soil (sandy soil is best for flowering). Does well in full sun or partial shade. May also need staking.
Soil type
Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4, Zone 3
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| Soil types: | Loamy, Sandy | Tell us... |
| Soil drainage: | Well-drained | Tell us... |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Neutral | Tell us... |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | Tell us... |
| Aspect: | South, East, West | Tell us... |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | Tell us... |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | Tell us... |
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