Lupinus arboreus - Coastal Bush Lupine

Lupinus arboreus - Coastal Bush Lupine

Pot Size: 4”   

Yellow Bush or Coast Lupine is a species Fabaceae (Legume) family native to the western United States in California and Oregon, where it is widely distributed in coastal scrub and sand dunes. It is a perennial shrub growing to 2 meters tall (hence the alternative common name, tree lupine) in sheltered situations, but more typically 1-1.5 meters tall. It can tolerate temperatures down to -12C and live for up to seven years. Both yellow and lilac to purple flowering forms are known; however, the yellow form is more common, except in the north of the species' range. It prefers to grow on bluffs, dunes and slopes, and grows quickly and aggressively. Although it is easy to grow and showy, it should not be planted where it might invade wild areas or where it cannot be controlled.

Notes: Deer resistant. Good for bird gardens, butterfly gardens, bee gardens