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Growing Info

Scarification: Pour boiling water over seed , let stand in water for 12 hours; or small numbers of seed , file or sand through the outer seedcoat, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/2" deep when danger of frost is past

Native to: British Columbia, California, Oregon, Washington

Native

Introduced

Lupinus rivularisLupinus rivularis

River Lupine, Riverbank Lupine, Stream Lupine, Streambank Lupine

In Stock: 1.436 lb (Total:1.436lb)

Lupinus rivularis

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1.44 lb ID

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

27,324

Quantity:

1.44 lb

Collected in:

Idaho

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834268

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Pour boiling water over seed , let stand in water for 12 hours; or small numbers of seed , file or sand through the outer seedcoat, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/2" deep when danger of frost is past

Native to: British Columbia, California, Oregon, Washington

Native

Introduced

Discover the allure of Lupinus rivularis, commonly known as Riverbank Lupine or Streambank Lupine, a striking addition to any garden and a beloved choice in the Pacific Northwest. Known for its charming radially-compound leaves and eye-catching light-purple, pea-like flowers on vertical spires, this plant infuses landscapes with both beauty and a subtle fragrance. Native to the coastal habitats and riverbanks from Southwestern Canada to Northwestern California, Riverbank Lupine thrives in environments with dry to moist soil and flourishes under full sun to part shade. As a hardy perennial, it reaches a mature height of 36-48 inches and a width of 24-36 inches. This fast-growing, woody beauty blooms from March to August, drawing hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and beneficial insects with its rich nectar offerings. Ideal for erosion control, meadow restoration, and nitrogen fixation, it also excels in challenging sandy and gravel sites. Whether in pollinator gardens, rain gardens, or alongside freeways, Lupinus rivularis is a robust, short-lived species that reseeds generously, promising a dynamic presence in any naturalized setting.