Lupine Flower Maine. Maine lupines beautiful field of purple flowers. The genus includes over 199 species with centers of diversity in North and South America.
How was this species introduced. We are filling tote bags for the 2021 Maine Yarn Cruise today with lots of goodies. However some afternoon shade is ideal in hot climates.
Southern Maine to New York south to Florida.
Lupines grow wild throughout Maine blanketing roadsides and filling ditches with color in late spring and early summer. The genus includes over 199 species with centers of diversity in North and South America. The flowers are arrayed in a spiral around the inflorescence axis or branches or occur singly or in several ranks. 27042019 The lupine is an exquisite flower that can be found on the East Coast from Florida to Maine and as far west as Minnesota.