Kashmir Himalayan Lupinus
One of the most decorative plants, thanks to it's tall stalks bearing large
flowers in a number of brilliant colors. Very hardy, long-lived and low
maintenance. The popular Russell Lupine produces a mixture of pastel shades
including rose, lavender and blue flowers and blooms from April through July. Lupines do not require a lot of moisture and grow well in both full sun and
partial shade conditions. For best results, seeds should be soaked in cold
water overnight and planted in the early autumn. Keep soil moderately moist
during germination, do not overwater. Cover with 1/8 inch of soil, use light,
sandy or gravelly, well-drained soil. It germinate in temperature 55-70F. Days
to germination in 15-70 days. Direct sowing is recommended as Lupines do not
transplant well.
Rate and availability of seeds and Medicinal plants atThe JK Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre, PO Box 667 GPO Srinagar SGR JK 190001.More details:http://jkmpic.blogspot.com