Lupin – Red – Guide & Ordering

Red lupin. Beautiful in a bouquet, as a gift or when you want to impress without any fuss.

Red Lupin – A Classic Ornamental Flower

Red lupin is a beautiful and elegant flower belonging to the Lupinus polyphyllus family. The flower is renowned for its distinctive and pleasant fragrance that fills a room with a natural and warm aroma. Red lupin is a flower that doesn't require much effort to impress – it does the job itself through its natural beauty and impressive appearance.

Red lupin thrives best in sunny spots and prefers moderate watering, making it relatively easy to care for both as a cut flower and as a potted plant. If you choose to grow red lupin yourself at home, make sure it gets plenty of light and that the soil doesn't become too damp.

Red Lupin as a Gift

Red lupin is perfect when you want to send something romantic and impressive without any fuss. The flower is an excellent choice for many occasions – whether you want to impress someone special or simply brighten up the day of a loved one. With its tall stems and intense red colour, red lupin creates drama and elegance in any bouquet. A bouquet of red lupin is both original and timeless, something that's sure to be appreciated.

A Flower With Important Details

It's worth noting that red lupin is toxic to pets, so if you have dogs, cats or other small animals at home, you should be careful with the flower's placement. Choose red lupin when you want to give something truly special – a flower that not only looks fantastic, but also smells wonderful and lasts a long time.

Quick facts – Lupin – Red

Colour: red
Latin name: Lupinus polyphyllus
Type: garden perennial
Flowering: june-july
Light: full sun
Water: moderate
Height: 60-120 cm
Vase life: 5-7 days
Scent: mild
Toxic to Pets: yes

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FAQ about Lupin – Red

What kind of soil suits lupins best?

Lupins thrive in well-drained, slightly acid to neutral soil with a pH of 5.5-7.0. They dislike limy and waterlogged soil. Lupins fix their own nitrogen, so the soil does not need much fertiliser.

How often should lupins be watered?

Water regularly during the growing season, especially in dry spells, watering deeply but letting the soil dry slightly in between. Established lupins have a deep taproot and cope fairly well with dry spells.

When and how should lupins be pruned?

Cut faded flower spikes back to the first side shoot to encourage a second flush and prevent self-seeding. In late autumn, cut the whole plant down to ground level once it has died back.

Which pests and diseases can affect lupins?

The lupin aphid can form large colonies on stems and spikes, so rinse them off or remove affected parts. Slugs and snails love young plants, and root rot occurs in wet soil.

Are lupins hardy?

Yes, garden lupins are fully hardy perennials. The plant dies down above ground in autumn but the roots survive the winter. Lupins are fairly short-lived and are best renewed from seed or cuttings every few years. Note that lupin seeds and plants are poisonous.