Overview
Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR is a clump forming, upright, bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Lupinus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, cottage and informal garden, coastal, patio and container plants and cut flowers.
About
Lupinus albus, commonly known as the white lupin, is a species of the genus Lupinus in the family Fabaceae native to the northeastern Mediterranean region. It is also a traditional pulse cultivated across the Mediterranean region and elsewhere.
About the genus
Lupinus, commonly known as lupin, lupine, or regionally bluebonnet, is a genus of plants in the legume family Fabaceae. The genus includes over 199 species, with centres of diversity in North and South America. Smaller centres occur in North Africa and the Mediterranean.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lupinus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Upright, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Patio and container plants, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed sown in situ in late spring, Seedbeds and transplanted to final flowering site in autumn, Basal stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Lupin aphid
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Rots, Leaf spot, Virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR?
Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR need?
Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR hardy in the UK?
Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Lupinus albus 'Celina'PBR?
Seed sown in situ in late spring, Seedbeds and transplanted to final flowering site in autumn, Basal stem cuttings.
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More in the Lupinus genus
- Lupinus albifronssilver lupine
- Lupinus arboreustree lupin
- Lupinus polyphyllusbigleaf lupin
- Lupinus polyphyllus 'Downer's Delight'Large-Leaved Lupine
- Lupinus polyphyllus 'Pink Pearls'Garden Lupin
- Lupinus albifrons var. douglasiiSilver Lupine
- Lupinus ornatusLupin