Westcountry™ 'Persian Slipper' Lupine

Westcountry™ ‘Persian Slipper’ is an upright, perennial garden lupine, Lupinus polyphyllus, with purple flower spikes. The exact Proven Winners plant profile describes a bold bicolor, while the Westcountry cultivar listing gives lilac and white; it flowers in spring and summer and is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. ## Growing conditions Plant in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. The listed garden height is 24–36 inches and spread is 24 inches. Use the upright spikes in borders or large containers; the flowers also suit cutting. Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds visit the blooms, while deer and rabbits usually avoid the foliage. ## Maintenance Keep moisture consistent without leaving the soil saturated. Deadhead flower spikes after bloom to encourage an extended display, and stake stems in exposed locations if they begin to lean.