Do you have a north-facing garden that is largely in the shade and are now wondering whether it is a good idea to plant a lupine under these conditions? In this guide you will find the answer.
Can lupins grow in the shade?
Lupins prefer a sunny location and do not grow well in the shade. They can grow in partial shade, but remain smaller. Shade-loving plants such as Christmas roses, ferns or hostas are more suitable for shady gardens.
Can lupines cope with shade?
The lupine generally copes with shadenot very well. She naturally wants a location that is as sunny as possible. Only in such a place will it develop optimally and delight its owner for years with lush growth and great flowering. In the shade, however, most lupins are cared for.
That means: If you can't provide it with a sunny spot in your garden, at least some of the time, it's better to avoid planting a lupine.
Does the lupine thrive in partial shade?
Part shade is fine for the lupine, but sun is much better. If you cannot set up a sunny location for the butterfly, it should at least be partially shaded. Make sure the plant can receivedirect sunlightat least three hours a day.
Note: Although the lupine tolerates partial shade, it does not normally develop its full growth potential under such conditions andremains rather small. Full shade, however, is completely unsuitable for this pretty perennial.
Tip
Shady garden? Choose shade-loving plants
If you have a shady garden, it is better to avoid a lupine and instead give preference to plants that thrive in full shade. These include, for example, the following beauties: - Christmas and Lenten roses - Ferns - Hostas - Periwinkles - Lily grapes - Magnificent spars - Rodgersias - Foam blossoms - Bleeding hearts
