TEXAS BLUEBONNET Lupine Wildflower Sun/Partial Shade Hummingbirds Non-GMO 50 Seeds Pure Seed – Non-GMO – Fresh – No FillerPRODUCT INFORMATIONBiennial; The Iconic Texas wildflowerNorth American Native WildflowerAdaptable to both sun and partial shadeTexas Bluebonnet Seeds -Lupinus texensisCommonly known as Buffalo Clover back in the day, this beautiful and tenacious little blue and white bloom has been the Official Texas State Flower, and a symbol of the region, for over a hundred years!Low growing but prolific blooming, Texas Bluebonnet Lupine requires some patience, but little maintenance, once established. The same toughness and tenacity that makes this little Lupine the perfect representation of the Lone Star state also makes it slow to germinate and bloom–but once it does you will NOT be disappointed! We recommend scarifying the seeds to assist in the germination. FAST FACTSName: Texas Bluebonnet SeedsBotanical Name: Lupinus texensisLife Cycle: BiennialLight Requirement: Full Sun, Partial SunPlanting Season: Spring, FallPlant Type: Tall wildflower with abundant stacks of blue blossomsFeatures: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Fragrant, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Cut Flower Garden, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Container GardenColor: BlueBlooms: Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, SummerPlant Height: 8-12 inchesPlant Spacing: 12-14 inchesPlanting Depth: 1/8 inchSowing Method: Direct SowCold Stratification: NoHardiness Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,Ships: Year Round PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: TEXAS BLUEBONNETHow to Plant Texas Bluebonnet LupineWHEN TO PLANT LUPINE SEEDSDirect sow in early Spring, as soon as the soil is able to be worked. You can also start Lupine seeds indoors, 4-8 weeks before the final frost of the Spring. In temperate climates, Lupine seeds can also be sown in the Fall, after the first killing frost.WHERE TO PLANT LUPINE SEEDSChoose a space with Full Sun conditions, or some light shade. Lupines do best in moist, well-draining, somewhat sandy and well-worked soil.HOW TO PLANT LUPINE SEEDSSoak the seeds overnight in lukewarm water, or you can use sandpaper to rough up the exterior coating of the seed. This will help make it easier for your seeds to germinate and give you a stronger success rate. Direct sow your seeds onto the surface of the sil and compress, but do not cover, as Lupines need sunlight to germinate. Sprouts will appear in about 10-15 days.HOW TO CARE FOR LUPINEDeadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowering through the season. Taller varieties of Lupine may need staking as well. Don’t cut down dead spikes in the Spring/summer, and instead wait until the fall. Likewise, seed pods can be harvested and saved for future plantings. For perennial Lupine, mulching in the winter can be beneficial for the roots. As Spring approaches, the mulching can be removed.WE SHIP FAST &FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg)ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICEWe will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment!Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller’s performance? In general, here’s what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS isexperiencing delays due to Covid.) Were the shipping and handling costs reasonable? They are FREE! If you communicated with the seller, were your questions or concerns addressed? Did the seller respondwithin a reasonable amount of time? Before you consider leaving a negative give the seller a chance to fix the problem. Negative Feedback directly impacts their business. If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need todo an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness!30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received.