West Cork Bulbs

Lupinus Russell Hybrid Mixed

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Overview

Lupinus Russell Hybrid Mixed: The Ultimate Kaleidoscope of the Summer Garden

Lupinus Russell Hybrid Mixed is a breathtaking and high-impact collection, famous for delivering an explosive tapestry of colour through its iconic, towering flower spikes. This curated mix brings together the very best of the Russell heritage, featuring a stunning spectrum of solid tones and artistic bi-colours—including royal purples, fiery reds, sunny yellows, sky blues, and soft pinks. Each plant produces dense, rocket-like racemes that rise majestically above lush, palm-shaped foliage, creating a "forest" of colour. These are the undisputed stars of the June border, providing the essential height, structure, and nostalgic charm that has made the Lupin a cornerstone of the classic British cottage garden for generations.

Key Features

A Symphony of Saturated Colours: This mix ensures a diverse display, ranging from deep, moody velvets to bright, sun-drenched pastels. Many spikes feature the famous "two-tone" effect, where the upper and lower petals offer contrasting hues.
Instant Vertical Architecture: Reaching toward the sky with incredible vigour, these mixed hybrids provide immediate height to a new border, acting as a vibrant backdrop for shorter perennials and ornamental grasses.
A Pollinator’s Paradise: A garden filled with mixed Lupins is a sanctuary for bumblebees. The sheer volume of nectar-rich florets ensures a constant buzz of activity, bringing your garden to life throughout the mid-summer months.
Designer "Pick-and-Mix" Bouquets: With such a wide variety of colours in one pack, you can create professional-looking, multi-coloured floral arrangements straight from your own backyard. Their sturdy stems and architectural shape make them a florist’s favourite.

Gardener's Tip

When planting a Russell Hybrid Mix, the most "designer" look is achieved by planting in drifts rather than single rows. Plant your bare roots in groups of three or five, spaced about 50 cm apart. This allows the different colours to intermingle and support each other, creating a dense "sea" of flower spikes. Not only does this look more natural and impactful, but the proximity of the plants helps create a micro-climate that keeps the soil shaded and cool—exactly how Lupins like it!

Specifications

Item Package Size	5 Roots
Flower Colour	Mixed (Red, Pink, Blue, Yellow, White, and Bi-colours)
Flower Size	Tall flower spikes approx. 30–50 cm long
Planting Time	Spring (March – May)
Bloom Time	June – July
Mature Height	80 – 100 cm tall
Bulb Spacing	45 – 60 cm apart
Bulb Size	5 cm
Planting Depth	Plant with the crown just below the soil surface.
Warnings	All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested.