Planting and Growing lupin 'Blacksmith'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Moderate watering, keeping soil lightly moist during active growth |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun · Partial shade |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Light low-nitrogen feed once in spring and again before flowering |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water lupin 'Blacksmith'?
Moderate watering, keeping soil lightly moist during active growth
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for lupin 'Blacksmith'?
Full sun · Partial shade
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for lupin 'Blacksmith'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for lupin 'Blacksmith'?
- Soil type
- Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for lupin 'Blacksmith'?
Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize lupin 'Blacksmith'?
Light low-nitrogen feed once in spring and again before flowering
Learn more →How to Prune lupin 'Blacksmith'?
Deadhead to encourage a second flush of flowers
Learn more →How to Propagate lupin 'Blacksmith'?
Propagate by basal stem cuttings
Learn more →How to Transplant lupin 'Blacksmith'?
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Learn more →How to Care for lupin 'Blacksmith' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant lupin 'Blacksmith'?
Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, light, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or light, dappled shade. May require support (see staking perennials)
Learn more →How to Repot lupin 'Blacksmith'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest lupin 'Blacksmith'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, rots, a leaf spot and a virus
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and lupin aphid
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of lupin 'Blacksmith'
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling