Russell lupin 'Gallery Yellow' is a yellow-flowered cultivar of Russell lupin, named for its lovely blooms. It delights the eye with tall spikes of pale yellow flowers rising above mid-green leaves. It grows as a clump-forming erect bush, blooming from spring through summer. Gardeners favor this plant as it attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and is ignored by deer and rabbits.
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Herb
Plant Type
Deciduous
Leaf type
20 - 38 ℃
Ideal Temperature
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Care Guide
Care Guide for Russell lupin 'Gallery Yellow'
Every week
Water
Full sun
Sunlight
20 - 38 ℃
Ideal Temperature
Water:
Russell lupin 'Gallery Yellow' thrives with good drainage and regular watering, requiring 1 inch (2.5 cm) per week during the growing season. Adequate water is essential at the seed stage, while overwatering risks root rot and waterlogging, which can inhibit nitrogen fixation in the soil.
Fertilize:
Russell lupin 'Gallery Yellow' is a nitrogen-fixing plant that addresses nitrogen deficiency. Iron shortage can cause chlorosis, remedied by a micronutrient compost, but avoid toxicity. Phosphorus deficiency limits russell lupin 'Gallery Yellow''s growth; applying phosphorus fertilizer can improve poor growth outcomes.
Pruning:
Russell lupin 'Gallery Yellow' benefits from early to late spring pruning, including removing spent flowers and damaged stems. This promotes new growth and a fuller shape. Sterilized tools prevent disease spread, enhancing aesthetic appeal and plant health, ensuring a vigorous growth cycle.
Propagation:
Russell lupin 'Gallery Yellow' is favored for home propagation, with basal cuttings taken in spring rooting easily in a sand-compost mix. Spring is also optimal for dividing, though care is needed to preserve the long taproot during the process.
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