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Silvery Lupine
Lupinus argenteus
Silvery Lupine
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Silver lupine is native to much of western North America. Palmate leaves are made up of 5-9 leaflets. Long purple, blue, or whitish flowers rise on gray stems in early summer. Tolerates rocky and poor soils. Drought tolerant once established. Easily naturalizes and is stunning in mass plantings.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Part of our native plants collection, a specialty of ours.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Deer resistant.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Silvery Lupine get?
About 30-36" tall and 12" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Silvery Lupine need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Silvery Lupine need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Silvery Lupine grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Silvery Lupine deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Silvery Lupine in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Silvery Lupine wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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