Texas Bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis)
The iconic Texas spring wildflower, producing spikes of deep blue blooms that create a seasonal display in sunny spaces. Best treated as a reseeding annual that returns each year when allowed to go to seed.
Typical Uses
• Wildflower meadows
• Naturalized areas
• Sunny borders
• Seasonal color
Growing Conditions
Light: Full sun
Water: Low
Soil: Well-drained soils; prefers lean, unimproved soil
Size
Height: About 12–24 inches
Spread: About 8–12 inches
Behavior
Evergreen or Deciduous: Winter annual
Growth rate: Fast seasonal growth
Traffic tolerance: None
Deer resistance: Moderate
Ecology
Native range: Texas
Wildlife value: Early season nectar source for bees and other pollinators
Extra Notes
Do not overwater or fertilize. Allow seed pods to mature and drop for next year’s blooms. Disturbing soil lightly in late summer can improve reseeding success.
Source
Grown by Native Texas Nursery
Pickup & Delivery
Online orders are available for in-person pickup in Southwest Austin on weekends (subject to availability). After purchase I will contact you to schedule a pickup time. Alternate pickup days can usually be arranged if needed. Free delivery on orders over $200.
Texas Bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis)
The iconic Texas spring wildflower, producing spikes of deep blue blooms that create a seasonal display in sunny spaces. Best treated as a reseeding annual that returns each year when allowed to go to seed.
Typical Uses
• Wildflower meadows
• Naturalized areas
• Sunny borders
• Seasonal color
Growing Conditions
Light: Full sun
Water: Low
Soil: Well-drained soils; prefers lean, unimproved soil
Size
Height: About 12–24 inches
Spread: About 8–12 inches
Behavior
Evergreen or Deciduous: Winter annual
Growth rate: Fast seasonal growth
Traffic tolerance: None
Deer resistance: Moderate
Ecology
Native range: Texas
Wildlife value: Early season nectar source for bees and other pollinators
Extra Notes
Do not overwater or fertilize. Allow seed pods to mature and drop for next year’s blooms. Disturbing soil lightly in late summer can improve reseeding success.
Source
Grown by Native Texas Nursery
Pickup & Delivery
Online orders are available for in-person pickup in Southwest Austin on weekends (subject to availability). After purchase I will contact you to schedule a pickup time. Alternate pickup days can usually be arranged if needed. Free delivery on orders over $200.
