Lupinus texensis

Texas Bluebonnet

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Lupinus texensis, the Texas Bluebonnet, is a vibrant wildflower featuring dense spikes of blue-purple pea-like blooms native to central Texas and a symbol of spring.
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Plant Details

Common Name Texas Bluebonnet
Family Fabaceae
Genus Lupinus
Species Texensis
Origin Texas, USA
Blooming Vibrant spikes of blue flowers in spring, sometimes reseeds annually
Leaf Color Grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy loam or calcareous soil; benefits from nitrogen fixation

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Watering

Water regularly during germination, drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and blooming intensity

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Fertilization

Low nitrogen needs due to symbiosis; apply phosphorus/potassium at planting if soil is poor

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Pruning

Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reseeding or remove seed pods in fall

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Root Rot Fungi Weevil

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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