lupin 'Gladiator'

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A bushy, clump-forming perennial to 75cm tall, with palm-like divided leaves and erect spikes of scented, bicoloured orange and yellow flowers in summer.

lupin 'Gladiator'

Scientific classification

Species
lupin 'Gladiator' (Lupinus 'Gladiator')
Genus
Lupinus
Family
Fabaceae
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type
0.5-1 metres
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
Deciduous
Foliage
Clump forming · Columnar upright
Habit
Spring · Summer
Season of interest
Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of lupin 'Gladiator'

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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lupin 'Gladiator' care guide

Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
Watering
Full sun · Partial shade
Sunlight
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Watering

Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established

Fertilizing

Light conifer feed once yearly in early spring only

Pruning

Deadhead to encourage a second flush of flowers. As lupins can be short-lived for perennials, some may be left to seed as replacements, though plants grown from seed may be variable

Propagation

Propagate from basal softwood cuttings in mid spring. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use

Growing

Grow in moderately fertile, light and well-drained soil in full sun or light, dappled shade

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews, lupin anthracnose and virus diseases, and to fungal and bacterial rot particularly in damp conditions

Pests

May be susceptible to lupin aphid, slugs and snails

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