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Lupinus mutabilis
Andean lupin
€14.00
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Our commitments
- 100% French production
- Without fertilizers or chemicals
- Plant growth rate respected
- Not grafted, not hybridized
Caractéristiques de la plante
- Lupinus mutabilis : Andean lupin
- Family: Fabaceae
- Origin : South America
- Height in its natural environment : 2,5 m
- Hardiness : -5°C
- Colour of the flower :blue, white & yellow
Height : about 10 to 20 cm (depending on seasons)
Learn more about Andean lupin
The Andean lupin, also known as Tarwi, Chocho, altramuz, South American lupin, Peruvian field lupin, and Pearl lupin, is the perfect tropical annual plant—it will not only add color and texture to your flower beds, but it will also provide you with food!
In fact, the flower stalks of this Andean lupin can grow to over 2 meters tall, while remaining wind-resistant. Its beautiful, lacy foliage will adorn the lower part of your flower beds, while its spectacular flowers will catch the eye at eye level and fill the air with a pleasant fragrance. Its botanical name, “Lupinus mutabilis,” comes from the fact that the color of its blooms changes over time: they transition from blue, white, and yellow to shades of purple, gold, and pink. A true spectacle that will last for many months, throughout the summer and into the fall.
In addition to being a real beauty, our Lupinus mutabilis is also very useful and produces edible seeds, known as “Chochos.” These seeds are not only delicious but also good for your health, thanks in particular to their high protein content. They can be enjoyed on their own or used in dishes, soups, stews, breads, and more… They just need to be soaked in water for 48 hours before eating. And that’s perfect, because the soaking water also has benefits and can serve as a natural pesticide for your other crops! Lupin seeds are also used to make an edible oil, which has many other uses, such as soap-making.
Lupinus mutabilis thrives in any type of soil, including poor soil; its only requirement is full sun. Once established, it easily withstands drought. It is also tolerant of mild late-season cold, which helps extend its flowering period and seed production.
But Andean lupin is also an excellent green manure, like most legumes in the Fabaceae family. It fixes nitrogen and phosphorus, enriching the soil. So, when it dies at the end of the season, don’t hesitate to work it into your soil—and be sure to save a few seeds to plant again next year!
Quick, bring some Andean vibe into my garden and kitchen ;-)!
Conseils de culture
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Lupinus mutabilis, growing tips
When you receive your plant, repot it in a pot slightly larger than the bucket, which must be well pierced. Avoid pot covers which prevent residual water from draining away and encourage fungal diseases. Choose a fine potting soil, ideally with added perlite or sand to lighten the substrate (do not use garden soil or acidic soil such as heather). Then plan two repottings per year (spring and autumn), gradually increasing the size of the pot and adapting it to the size of the root network (the roots must have room, but not too much as the plant must be able to dry out its substrate between waterings). This avoids having to add fertilizer, which always risks burning the fragile roots of the plants and making the plant wither as soon as the fertilizer is stopped.
Moderate watering: watering should be copious (the whole root ball should be wet), but wait until the substrate has dried deeply before watering again (you can stick your finger in the soil: as long as you feel moisture, do not water). Your plant will recover better from a lack of water than from an excess of water. Always water at the base of the plant, and do not mist it, because stagnant water in the armpit of the leaves favors cryptogamic diseases. If your atmosphere is too dry, put bowls of water nearby (above radiators for example), so that evaporation humidifies the air.
Our plants are grown naturally, without chemical fertilizers, so we advise you to repot them regularly (twice a year) rather than adding fertilizer.
If your plants are under attack by aphids or other pests, the best way to control them is by hand. Change their soil, remove as many undesirables as possible by hand and then shower your plants with a strong stream of water to eliminate any eggs that may be present. Spray them (insist on the underside of the leaves) with liquid black soap diluted in water. Repeat the operation several times at a few days interval. Take them outside in good weather, rain, sun and wind will kill most of the aggressors!
We recommend planting several plants to create a bushy effect
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Rayon de Serre's word
When you receive your plant, repot it in a pot slightly larger than the bucket, which must be well pierced. Avoid pot covers which prevent residual water from draining away and encourage fungal diseases. Choose a fine potting soil, ideally with added perlite or sand to lighten the substrate (do not use garden soil or acidic soil such as heather). Then plan two repottings per year (spring and autumn), gradually increasing the size of the pot and adapting it to the size of the root network (the roots must have room, but not too much as the plant must be able to dry out its substrate between waterings). This avoids having to add fertilizer, which always risks burning the fragile roots of the plants and making the plant wither as soon as the fertilizer is stopped.
Moderate watering: watering should be copious (the whole root ball should be wet), but wait until the substrate has dried deeply before watering again (you can stick your finger in the soil: as long as you feel moisture, do not water). Your plant will recover better from a lack of water than from an excess of water. Always water at the base of the plant, and do not mist it, because stagnant water in the armpit of the leaves favors cryptogamic diseases. If your atmosphere is too dry, put bowls of water nearby (above radiators for example), so that evaporation humidifies the air.
Our plants are grown naturally, without chemical fertilizers, so we advise you to repot them regularly (twice a year) rather than adding fertilizer.
If your plants are under attack by aphids or other pests, the best way to control them is by hand. Change their soil, remove as many undesirables as possible by hand and then shower your plants with a strong stream of water to eliminate any eggs that may be present. Spray them (insist on the underside of the leaves) with liquid black soap diluted in water. Repeat the operation several times at a few days interval. Take them outside in good weather, rain, sun and wind will kill most of the aggressors!
We recommend planting several plants to create a bushy effect
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