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Annual Lupin

Lupinus angustifolius, Fabaceae

Zones
2a–10b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverDynamic AccumulatorNitrogen Fixer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)Partial Sun (tolerated)

Water

ModerateModerateModerate

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CornZea mays
Nitrogen Fixation
Himalayan BlackberryRubus armeniacus
Nitrogen Fixation
BreadfruitArtocarpus altilis
Nitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Sweet VioletViola odorata

Annual lupin alkaloids may inhibit delicate plants like sweet violet

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationSoil Building

Common Questions

What zones does Annual Lupin grow in?

Annual Lupin grows in USDA hardiness zones 2a through 10b.

Is Annual Lupin a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Annual Lupin is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Annual Lupin?

Good companions for Annual Lupin include Corn, Himalayan Blackberry, Breadfruit.

Design guilds with Annual Lupin and see companion relationships visually.

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