Bigleaf Lupine

Lupinus polyphyllus

the large palmate leaves and purple to white flowers of large leaf lupine

Plant Description

Herbaceous perennial flower with a large flower stalk up to 16” tall. Blue to violet flowers bloom from early to late summer and attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Will spread by seed if it’s happy.

CAUTION: All lupines are toxic to livestock.

Plant Details

Life Forms	Forb
Habitats	Forest openings Gardens Little Habitats Meadows Residential yards Riparian areas Streams Wet prairies
Soil and Moisture Conditions	Moist to wet
Special Uses	Attracts hummingbirds Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects Blooms June Blooms May Flowering Flowers blue Flowers blue/purple Herbaceous Perennial Produces nectar Produces pollen Produces seeds Provides wildlife habitat
Shade Preference	Full shade Full sun Part shade
Mature Height	2-4'