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Kellogg's spurred lupine

Lupinus caudatus ssp. argophyllus

Kellogg's spurred lupine (Lupinus caudatus ssp. argophyllus) is a perennial in the — family. Native to 12 U.S. states (Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center distribution data). Hardy in zones 2a–10b. Mature size 6"–2'. Blooms May–Aug.

// QUICK FACTS
Family
—
Group
perennial
Native range
Native to 12 U.S. states, including AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NE…
USDA hardiness
Zones 2a–10b
Mature size
6"–2'
Sun
Part shade
Water
Low · xeric
Bloom
May–Aug
Wildlife value
Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role
native species profile
Kellogg's spurred lupine (Lupinus caudatus ssp. argophyllus)
Lupinus caudatus ssp. argophyllus — Kellogg's spurred lupine. Photo via iNaturalist — (c) Steve Matson, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Steve Matson.

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

Kellogg's spurred lupine (Lupinus caudatus ssp. argophyllus) is a perennial in the — family. Native to 12 U.S. states (Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center distribution data). Hardy in zones 2a–10b. Mature size 6"–2'. Blooms May–Aug. Low water use makes it a strong candidate for xeric and drought-conscious plantings.

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, kellogg's spurred lupine pairs naturally with: Broadleaf Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia), Lady Fern (Athyrium filix-femina), Sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale), Wild Strawberry (Fragaria virginiana).

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