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Lupinus texensis

Texas Bluebonnet

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Texas Bluebonnets, the state flower of Texas, are very showy drought tolerant annual wildflowers covering thousands of miles of roadside in Texas. It has wonderful blue flowers in spring.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.