Lupinus albifrons

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Silver Bush Lupine

  
California Native Plant
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Description

The bush lupine is an evergreen shrub that grows 3'-5' tall. It has soft silver-grey stems and foliage. This plant develops fragrant purple and white flowers in the spring. The bush lupine requires full sun and little to no water once it is established. It is a native to California, drought tolerant, and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.- Cornflower Farms

 

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Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Violet

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Silver

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.