Bring height, elegance, and brilliant color to your garden with Lupin Russell Chandelier Yellow Seeds. Known for their tall, striking floral spikes in radiant yellow, these high-quality non-GMO seeds are part of the popular Russell Hybrid series, prized for uniform growth, durability, and exceptional flowering performance.

Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, and landscape highlights, these lupines produce dense clusters of vivid blooms that attract bees and butterflies. Their towering presence adds dramatic structure and vibrant seasonal color, making them an excellent choice for gardeners who want a show-stopping display.

Key Features

• Produces tall, dramatic yellow flower spikes

• Part of the premium Russell Hybrid Lupine series

• Non-GMO, high-quality seeds

• Long-lasting blooms ideal for borders and landscapes

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

• Strong plants with reliable, uniform growth

• Cold-tolerant in suitable zones

Specifications

Botanical Name: Lupinus polyphyllus
Common Name (US): Lupine
Variety: Russell Hybrid – Chandelier Yellow
Seed Type: High-Quality, Non-GMO
Plant Type: Perennial
Bloom Color: Bright Yellow
Bloom Season: Late Spring to Summer
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
Plant Height: 36–48 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
Germination Time: 14–21 days
Temperature for Germination: 55–65°F
Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
Growth Habit: Upright, tall flowering spikes
Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, landscaping
Special Notes: Avoid high-heat areas; prefers cooler climates.

Planting Guide

1. Seed Preparation

• Lupine seeds have a hard coat; scarify lightly or soak in warm water for 12–24 hours to improve germination.

2. Sowing Depth

• Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in prepared soil or seed-starting mix.

3. Indoor or Outdoor Planting

• Can be started indoors 6–8 weeks before frost ends OR sown directly outdoors in early spring or fall.

4. Light & Temperature

• Prefers cooler soil temperatures for germination (55–65°F).

• Plant in full sun for best flower production.

5. Watering & Care

• Keep soil evenly moist but ensure good drainage.

• Avoid waterlogged soil to prevent root rot.

• Add mulch around plants to maintain moisture and soil temperature.

6. Blooming & Maintenance

• Remove spent flowers to encourage new spikes.

• Lupines dislike transplanting; choose permanent planting locations when possible.

Benefits

• Excellent vertical accent for garden designs

• Brilliant yellow color enhances landscape contrast

• Supports pollinators and beneficial insects

• Ideal for cottage gardens and nature-friendly landscapes

• Low maintenance once established