Make a bold statement in your garden with Lupin 'Legendary Red'. This premium variety is celebrated for its exceptionally tall, densely packed flower spikes in a deep, vibrant red. The dramatic towers of bloom rise majestically above attractive, palm-shaped mid-green foliage, offering a classic cottage garden silhouette with a modern, high-impact colour.
Lupins are essential for any early summer border, providing vertical interest and a rich source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. These plants are supplied in established 1Ltr pots, which provide a much more robust root system and faster establishment than standard garden centre plugs. Whether planted in groups for a mass of fire-red colour or used to punctuate a mixed border, 'Legendary Red' is a reliable performer that returns with more vigour each year.
Key Features:
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Vibrant Red Spikes: Striking towers of deep red flowers that bloom beautifully from late spring into early summer.
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Architectural Height: Reaches up to 90cm, making it an ideal choice for the middle or back of a garden border.
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Established 1Ltr Pots: High-quality potted plants ready for immediate transplanting and faster garden establishment.
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Pollinator Friendly: Highly attractive to bumblebees and other beneficial garden insects.
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Hardy Performance: A dependable herbaceous perennial that adds structure and colour year after year.
Planting & Care Instructions:
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Position: Thrives in full sun or very light partial shade.
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Soil: Prefers moist but well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Avoid waterlogged ground.
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Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season until established.
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Feeding: Apply a balanced organic fertiliser in early spring as new shoots emerge.
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Maintenance: Deadhead spent flower spikes promptly to encourage a potential second flush of blooms and keep the plant looking tidy. Protect young growth from slugs and snails in early spring.
Product Specifications:
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Botanical Name: Lupinus polyphyllus 'Legendary Red'
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Common Name: Lupin
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Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
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Pot Size: 1Ltr
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Hardiness: Fully Hardy
TRPG charges for delivery depending on the shipment locations and weight of items.
1st class P&P to UK is £5.95
2nd class P&P to UK is £4.50
P&P for heavy items such as plant support will be charged at £8