PatternBaseSilky Lupine
Lupinus strigulosus Gand., Fabaceae
Zones
8–11
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch MakerPollinator Attractor
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.2
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Uses
Functions
Nitrogen FixationErosion ControlBiomass ProductionPollinator Habitat
Edible Parts
Seeds
Common Questions
What zones does Silky Lupine grow in?
Silky Lupine grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.
Is Silky Lupine a nitrogen fixer?
Yes, Silky Lupine is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.
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