Thermopsis villosa / CAROLINA LUPINE
Thermopsis villosa, commonly known as Carolina Lupine, is a striking perennial native to the southeastern United States, prized for its tall spikes of vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flower spikes rise above the plant's dense foliage of hairy, trifoliate leaves, creating a bold and eye-catching display in gardens or naturalized landscapes. Known for its ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, Carolina Lupine thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soils, making it a great addition to meadows, prairies, or wildlife-friendly gardens. This hardy plant is drought-tolerant once established and adds valuable nitrogen to the soil, improving its overall health and fertility. With its dramatic flowers and resilience in dry conditions, Thermopsis villosa brings both beauty and ecological benefits to your garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - yellow
· HEIGHT - 3-5 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-9
Thermopsis villosa, commonly known as Carolina Lupine, is a striking perennial native to the southeastern United States, prized for its tall spikes of vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flower spikes rise above the plant's dense foliage of hairy, trifoliate leaves, creating a bold and eye-catching display in gardens or naturalized landscapes. Known for its ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, Carolina Lupine thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soils, making it a great addition to meadows, prairies, or wildlife-friendly gardens. This hardy plant is drought-tolerant once established and adds valuable nitrogen to the soil, improving its overall health and fertility. With its dramatic flowers and resilience in dry conditions, Thermopsis villosa brings both beauty and ecological benefits to your garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - yellow
· HEIGHT - 3-5 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-9
Thermopsis villosa, commonly known as Carolina Lupine, is a striking perennial native to the southeastern United States, prized for its tall spikes of vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flower spikes rise above the plant's dense foliage of hairy, trifoliate leaves, creating a bold and eye-catching display in gardens or naturalized landscapes. Known for its ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, Carolina Lupine thrives in full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soils, making it a great addition to meadows, prairies, or wildlife-friendly gardens. This hardy plant is drought-tolerant once established and adds valuable nitrogen to the soil, improving its overall health and fertility. With its dramatic flowers and resilience in dry conditions, Thermopsis villosa brings both beauty and ecological benefits to your garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - yellow
· HEIGHT - 3-5 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - drought tolerant
· HARDINESS ZONES - 4-9
