Botanical profile

Lupinus 'Westcountry Rachel of Thame'

Latin name
Lupinus Westcountry™ 'Rachel of Thame'
Common name
Lupine 'Westcountry™ Rachel of Thame'
Type
Perennial
Family
Fabaceae

This upright lupin is part of a series that features numerous strong stems that do not require staking. These long stems bear large, two-tone flowers of bright pink and white.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained, Acidic
Minimum temperature
'-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June-July
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3 feet (91.5 cm)
Width
24 inches (61 cm)
Growth rate
Moderate

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