Lupinus albifrons var. collinus
Compact Silver bush lupine
Plant Type: Shrub
Sun: Partial Shade, Sun
Drainage: Well-draining
Water: Occasional
Height X Width: 6' X 4'
Santa Clara County Local: Yes
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Description
The collinus variety of the silver bush lupine occurs in sunny, open sites throughout California. It grows in a mounding form with silver soft-textured leaves. In every way it is a miniature version of other varieties – smaller leaves, flowers, height, etc. The foliage tend to be denser than in larger varieties. Provide a sunny site with well-draining soil. In Santa Clara County, this variety is found growing on rocky road cuts in Henry Coe State Park and other locations in the Diablo range.
Characteristics
Deer Resistant: No
Attractive to Bees: Yes
Attractive to Butterflies: Yes
Good Under Oaks: No
Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen