Lupinus 'Tequila Flame' (Lupin 'Tequila Flame')

Botanical name

Lupinus 'Tequila Flame'

Other names

Lupin 'Tequila Flame', Lupinus polyphyllus 'Tequila Flame'

Genus

Lupinus Lupinus

Variety or Cultivar

'Tequila Flame' _ 'Tequila Flame' is a clump-forming herbaceous with palmate, mid-green leaves and tall, upright, terminal racemes of red and yellow pea-like flowers in summer.

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Clump-forming, Erect

Toxicity

All parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested.

Colour

Flower

Yellow, Red in Summer

Foliage

Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Green in Autumn

How to care

Watch out for

Specific pests

Lupin aphid , Slugs , Snails

Specific diseases

Powdery mildew

General care

Propagation methods

Basal cuttings

Monthly care advice

Where to grow

Lupinus 'Tequila Flame' (Lupin 'Tequila Flame') will reach a height of 0.9m and a spread of 0.3m 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