{"product_id":"lupin-mix","title":"Lupin Mix","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1003\" data-start=\"429\"\u003eLupin Mix is a vibrant and long-lasting perennial flower blend, perfect for adding colour and ecological benefit to your garden. These striking blooms appear in tall spires and come in a range of hues from rich blues to soft pinks. As nitrogen-fixers, lupins help improve soil quality while also supporting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Once established, they require little care, tolerating drought and naturalising easily through self-seeding. A lovely option for cut flower arrangements and low-maintenance pollinator gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1251\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Lupin Mix?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1041\" data-start=\"1038\"\u003eIdeal for Zones 3–9, lupins prefer full sun to partial shade and grow best in well-drained soil. They thrive in wildflower meadows, borders, and along paths, especially where soil could benefit from enrichment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1655\" data-start=\"1253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1284\" data-start=\"1253\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1284\"\u003eLupins have long been grown for both their ornamental beauty and soil-enhancing properties. The Russell strain, featured in this mix, was bred in the early 20th century in the UK to improve flower size and colour diversity. While some lupin species have been used historically for animal fodder or edible seeds, this mix is strictly ornamental and not for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1969\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1686\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1703\" data-start=\"1689\"\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in early spring or late autumn for blooms the following year.\u003cbr data-end=\"1779\" data-start=\"1776\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1793\" data-start=\"1779\"\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds outdoors in spring or start indoors and transplant after last frost.\u003cbr data-end=\"1875\" data-start=\"1872\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1889\" data-start=\"1875\"\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors in early spring and transplant after frost risk has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1969\" data-start=\"1657\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2367\" data-start=\"1971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2008\" data-start=\"1971\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Lupin Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2367\" data-start=\"1971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2024\" data-start=\"2011\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 6mm (¼in) deep, spaced 30cm (12in) apart in full sun.\u003cbr data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"2088\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2104\" data-start=\"2091\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil moist during germination; once established, water deeply but infrequently.\u003cbr data-end=\"2192\" data-start=\"2189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2208\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering and encourage reseeding.\u003cbr data-end=\"2278\" data-start=\"2275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2294\" data-start=\"2278\"\u003eCut Flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when the bottom third of flowers are open for longest vase life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2407\" data-start=\"2369\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2433\" data-start=\"2410\"\u003eAllow Pods to Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let some flower stalks go to seed after blooming.\u003cbr data-end=\"2486\" data-start=\"2483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2503\" data-start=\"2486\"\u003eCollect Pods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when seed pods turn brown and begin to split.\u003cbr data-end=\"2560\" data-start=\"2557\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2578\" data-start=\"2560\"\u003eDry and Clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove seeds from pods and dry fully in a cool, dark place.\u003cbr data-end=\"2641\" data-start=\"2638\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2651\" data-start=\"2641\"\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in airtight containers; viable for 3–5 years with proper storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2803\" data-start=\"2724\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2748\" data-start=\"2724\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2751\" data-start=\"2748\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2803\" data-start=\"2751\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811197366514,"sku":"MF-FLOWER-026","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Lupin-Flowers_3e121ee9-9a69-450a-afe9-1b369126f06c.jpg?v=1772481907","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/fr\/products\/lupin-mix","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}