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Golden Candles
Thermopsis lupinoides
Golden Candles
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Long flower stalks hold yellow flowers in late spring or early summer. Foliage is attractive and resembles a Lupine. Very cold hardy and reported to be a long lived perennial. Does well in dry locations with some irrigation.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Golden Candles get?
About 30-36" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Golden Candles need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Golden Candles need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Golden Candles 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.
Where can I buy Golden Candles 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 Golden Candles 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.