Manhattan Lights Lupine
Manhattan Lights Lupine (Lupinus Westcountry 'Manhattan Lights')
Manhattan Lights Lupine (Lupinus Westcountry 'Manhattan Lights') is an upright, eye-catching perennial known for its bicolor flower spikes of deep purple and vibrant yellow. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings, it adds dramatic color, vertical interest, and pollinator-friendly beauty to sunny landscapes.
Distinctive Features
This variety produces tall, dense spikes of striking bicolor flowers in rich purple and bright yellow hues, blooming from late spring into early summer. The bold blooms rise above lush, green foliage, creating a dramatic focal point in garden beds. The nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, enhancing biodiversity.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
- Water: Requires moderate watering; avoid overly wet conditions.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8.
Ideal Uses
- Borders: Adds dramatic color and vertical interest to garden beds.
- Cottage Gardens: Perfect for informal, natural plantings.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Cut Flower Gardens: Long-lasting blooms are excellent for floral arrangements.
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water regularly but allow soil to dry slightly between watering.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
- Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones.
Why Choose Manhattan Lights Lupine?
- Striking Bicolor Blooms: Rich purple and bright yellow flowers create a dramatic display.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Strong Vertical Structure: Ideal for creating focal points in garden beds.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for with minimal effort.
For bold, bicolor blooms and pollinator-friendly beauty, Manhattan Lights Lupine (Lupinus Westcountry 'Manhattan Lights') is an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized landscapes.
Order Fulfillment
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